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CVE-2003-0849

UnknownEPSS 10.64%

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CVE-2003-0849 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Buffer overflow in net.c for cfengine 2.x before 2.0.8 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via certain packets with modified length values, which is trusted by the ReceiveTransaction function when using a buffer provided by the BusyWithConnection function.. EPSS estimates a 10.64% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Buffer overflow in net.c for cfengine 2.x before 2.0.8 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via certain packets with modified length values, which is trusted by the ReceiveTransaction function when using a buffer provided by the BusyWithConnection function.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
10.64%

95.2th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

VendorProductVersionsUpdate
GnuCfengine2.0.0—
GnuCfengine2.0.1—
GnuCfengine2.0.2—
GnuCfengine2.0.3—
GnuCfengine2.0.4—
GnuCfengine2.0.5—
GnuCfengine2.0.6—
GnuCfengine2.0.7—
GnuCfengine2.1.0A6

References

Timeline

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Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2003-0849?
Buffer overflow in net.c for cfengine 2.x before 2.0.8 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via certain packets with modified length values, which is trusted by the ReceiveTransaction function when using a buffer provided by the BusyWithConnection function.
How severe is CVE-2003-0849?
Severity scoring for CVE-2003-0849 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 10.64% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2003-0849?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.

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Source: NVD / NIST