CVE-2004-1079
UnknownEPSS 0.40%
Last modified
CVE-2004-1079 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Buffer overflow in (1) ncplogin and (2) ncpmap in nwclient.c for ncpfs 2.2.4, and possibly other versions, may allow local users to gain privileges via a long -T option.. EPSS estimates a 0.40% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Buffer overflow in (1) ncplogin and (2) ncpmap in nwclient.c for ncpfs 2.2.4, and possibly other versions, may allow local users to gain privileges via a long -T option.
Metrics
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Ncpfs | Ncpfs | 2.2.1 |
| Ncpfs | Ncpfs | 2.2.2 |
| Ncpfs | Ncpfs | 2.2.3 |
| Ncpfs | Ncpfs | 2.2.4 |
References
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/11945Patch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/11945Patch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2004-1079?
Buffer overflow in (1) ncplogin and (2) ncpmap in nwclient.c for ncpfs 2.2.4, and possibly other versions, may allow local users to gain privileges via a long -T option.
How severe is CVE-2004-1079?
Severity scoring for CVE-2004-1079 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.40% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2004-1079?
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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