CVE-2004-0998
UnknownEPSS 5.50%
Last modified
CVE-2004-0998 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Format string vulnerability in telnetd-ssl 0.17 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code.. EPSS estimates a 5.50% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Format string vulnerability in telnetd-ssl 0.17 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code.
Metrics
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Telnetd | Telnetd | 0.17.18 |
| Telnetd | Telnetd | 0.17.25 |
| Telnetd | Telnetd-Ssl | 0.17.17_0.1.1 |
| Telnetd | Telnetd-Ssl | 0.17.17_0.1.2 |
References
- http://secunia.com/advisories/13663Patch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.debian.org/security/2004/dsa-616Patch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/995038Patch, Third Party Advisory, US Government Resource
- http://secunia.com/advisories/13663Patch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.debian.org/security/2004/dsa-616Patch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/995038Patch, Third Party Advisory, US Government Resource
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2004-0998?
Format string vulnerability in telnetd-ssl 0.17 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code.
How severe is CVE-2004-0998?
Severity scoring for CVE-2004-0998 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 5.50% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2004-0998?
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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