Strix
26.1K

CVE-2005-0468

UnknownEPSS 27.07%

Last modified

CVE-2005-0468 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Heap-based buffer overflow in the env_opt_add function in telnet.c for various BSD-based Telnet clients allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via responses that contain a large number of characters that require escaping, which consumers more memory than allocated.. EPSS estimates a 27.07% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Heap-based buffer overflow in the env_opt_add function in telnet.c for various BSD-based Telnet clients allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via responses that contain a large number of characters that require escaping, which consumers more memory than allocated.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
27.07%

97.8th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
NcsaTelnetc

References

Timeline

Published
Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2005-0468?
Heap-based buffer overflow in the env_opt_add function in telnet.c for various BSD-based Telnet clients allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via responses that contain a large number of characters that require escaping, which consumers more memory than allocated.
How severe is CVE-2005-0468?
Severity scoring for CVE-2005-0468 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 27.07% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2005-0468?
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.

Are you affected by CVE-2005-0468?

Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.

Scan your code now

Source: NVD / NIST