CVE-2004-1257 Memory corruption in n/a
Remote attackers can execute arbitrary code by tricking users into opening crafted ABC files in abc2mtex.
- Exploited in the wild
- Not known
- Login needed
- Not needed
- Attackable
- Over the internet
- Victim action needed
- A user has to click or open something
- Fix
- None listed
What is CVE-2004-1257?
CVE-2004-1257 is a critical memory corruption vulnerability in n/a, published on 22 Dec 2004. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, and only if a user opens a file or follows a link.
Official description
Buffer overflow in the process_abc function in abc.c for abc2mtex 1.6.1 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via crafted ABC files.
Which versions are affected by CVE-2004-1257?
It affects 1 product.
Products include Abc2mtex Abc2mtex.
How do I fix CVE-2004-1257?
No fix has been published for CVE-2004-1257 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.
Upgrade to the fixed version. Memory-safe languages, compiler hardening and fuzzing prevent most new cases. More about Memory corruption.
Is CVE-2004-1257 being exploited?
There is no known exploitation of CVE-2004-1257 in the wild and no public exploit code.
Sources
Also known as GHSA-xgrf-p9gx-vhq3.