CVE-2010-1688 Memory corruption in n/a
Remote attackers can execute arbitrary code by tricking users into opening malicious profile files with long filenames.
- 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-2010-1688?
CVE-2010-1688 is a critical memory corruption vulnerability in n/a, published on 24 May 2010. 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
Stack-based buffer overflow in 2BrightSparks SyncBack Freeware 3.2.20.0, and possibly other versions before 3.2.21, allows user-assisted remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long filename in a (1) .sps or (2) zip profile.
Weakness: CWE-119
Which versions are affected by CVE-2010-1688?
It affects 1 product.
Products include 2brightsparks Syncback.
How do I fix CVE-2010-1688?
No fix has been published for CVE-2010-1688 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-2010-1688 being exploited?
It is not confirmed as exploited in the wild, but public exploit code for CVE-2010-1688 exists.
Public exploit code: 1 Exploit-DB entry.
Sources
Also known as GHSA-72mg-pxj8-v54v.