CVE-2004-2286
UnknownEPSS 8.00%
Last modified
CVE-2004-2286 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Integer overflow in the duplication operator in ActivePerl allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) and possibly execute arbitrary code via a large multiplier, which may trigger a buffer overflow.. EPSS estimates a 8.00% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Integer overflow in the duplication operator in ActivePerl allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) and possibly execute arbitrary code via a large multiplier, which may trigger a buffer overflow.
Metrics
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Activestate | Activeperl | 5.6.1 |
| Activestate | Activeperl | 5.6.1.630 |
| Activestate | Activeperl | 5.6.2 |
| Activestate | Activeperl | 5.6.3 |
| Activestate | Activeperl | 5.7.1 |
| Activestate | Activeperl | 5.7.2 |
| Activestate | Activeperl | 5.7.3 |
| Activestate | Activeperl | 5.8 |
| Activestate | Activeperl | 5.8.1 |
| Activestate | Activeperl | 5.8.3 |
| Larry Wall | Perl | 5.3 |
| Larry Wall | Perl | 5.4 |
| Larry Wall | Perl | 5.4.5 |
| Larry Wall | Perl | 5.5 |
| Larry Wall | Perl | 5.5.3 |
| Larry Wall | Perl | 5.6 |
| Larry Wall | Perl | 5.6.1 |
| Larry Wall | Perl | 5.8.0 |
| Larry Wall | Perl | 5.8.1 |
| Larry Wall | Perl | 5.8.3 |
References
Timeline
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- Status
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2004-2286?
Integer overflow in the duplication operator in ActivePerl allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) and possibly execute arbitrary code via a large multiplier, which may trigger a buffer overflow.
How severe is CVE-2004-2286?
Severity scoring for CVE-2004-2286 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 8.00% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2004-2286?
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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