CVE-2005-2701
UnknownEPSS 6.86%
Last modified
CVE-2005-2701 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Heap-based buffer overflow in Firefox before 1.0.7 and Mozilla Suite before 1.7.12 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via an XBM image file that ends in a large number of spaces instead of the expected end tag.. EPSS estimates a 6.86% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Heap-based buffer overflow in Firefox before 1.0.7 and Mozilla Suite before 1.7.12 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via an XBM image file that ends in a large number of spaces instead of the expected end tag.
Metrics
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Mozilla | Firefox | <= 1.0.6 |
| Mozilla | Firefox | 1.0 |
| Mozilla | Firefox | 1.0.1 |
| Mozilla | Firefox | 1.0.2 |
| Mozilla | Firefox | 1.0.3 |
| Mozilla | Firefox | 1.0.4 |
| Mozilla | Firefox | 1.0.5 |
| Mozilla | Mozilla Suite | <= 1.7.11 |
| Mozilla | Mozilla Suite | 1.7.6 |
| Mozilla | Mozilla Suite | 1.7.7 |
| Mozilla | Mozilla Suite | 1.7.8 |
| Mozilla | Mozilla Suite | 1.7.10 |
References
- http://www.mozilla.org/security/announce/mfsa2005-58.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2005-785.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://www.mozilla.org/security/announce/mfsa2005-58.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2005-785.htmlVendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2005-2701?
Heap-based buffer overflow in Firefox before 1.0.7 and Mozilla Suite before 1.7.12 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via an XBM image file that ends in a large number of spaces instead of the expected end tag.
How severe is CVE-2005-2701?
Severity scoring for CVE-2005-2701 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 6.86% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2005-2701?
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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