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CVE-2007-0650

UnknownEPSS 4.04%

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CVE-2007-0650 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Buffer overflow in the open_sty function in mkind.c for makeindex 2.14 in teTeX might allow user-assisted remote attackers to overwrite files and possibly execute arbitrary code via a long filename. NOTE: other overflows exist but might not be exploitable, such as a heap-based overflow in the check_idx function.. EPSS estimates a 4.04% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Buffer overflow in the open_sty function in mkind.c for makeindex 2.14 in teTeX might allow user-assisted remote attackers to overwrite files and possibly execute arbitrary code via a long filename. NOTE: other overflows exist but might not be exploitable, such as a heap-based overflow in the check_idx function.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
4.04%

89.3th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
MakeindexMakeindex2.14

References

Timeline

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Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2007-0650?
Buffer overflow in the open_sty function in mkind.c for makeindex 2.14 in teTeX might allow user-assisted remote attackers to overwrite files and possibly execute arbitrary code via a long filename. NOTE: other overflows exist but might not be exploitable, such as a heap-based overflow in the check_idx function.
How severe is CVE-2007-0650?
Severity scoring for CVE-2007-0650 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 4.04% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2007-0650?
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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Source: NVD / NIST