CVE-2005-4676
UnknownEPSS 4.00%
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CVE-2005-4676 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Buffer overflow in Andreas Huggel Exiv2 before 0.9 does not null terminate strings before calling the sscanf function, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (application crash) via images with crafted IPTC metadata.. EPSS estimates a 4.00% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Buffer overflow in Andreas Huggel Exiv2 before 0.9 does not null terminate strings before calling the sscanf function, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (application crash) via images with crafted IPTC metadata.
Metrics
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Andreas Huggel | Exiv2 | 0.3 |
| Andreas Huggel | Exiv2 | 0.4 |
| Andreas Huggel | Exiv2 | 0.5 |
| Andreas Huggel | Exiv2 | 0.6 |
| Andreas Huggel | Exiv2 | 0.6.1 |
| Andreas Huggel | Exiv2 | 0.6.2 |
| Andreas Huggel | Exiv2 | 0.7 |
| Andreas Huggel | Exiv2 | 0.8 |
References
- http://secunia.com/advisories/18619Patch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/16400Exploit, Patch
- http://secunia.com/advisories/18619Patch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/16400Exploit, Patch
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2005-4676?
Buffer overflow in Andreas Huggel Exiv2 before 0.9 does not null terminate strings before calling the sscanf function, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (application crash) via images with crafted IPTC metadata.
How severe is CVE-2005-4676?
Severity scoring for CVE-2005-4676 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 4.00% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2005-4676?
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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