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CVE-2007-2799

UnknownEPSS 2.70%

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CVE-2007-2799 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Integer overflow in the "file" program 4.20, when running on 32-bit systems, as used in products including The Sleuth Kit, might allow user-assisted attackers to execute arbitrary code via a large file that triggers an overflow that bypasses an assert() statement. NOTE: this issue is due to an incorrect patch for CVE-2007-1536.. EPSS estimates a 2.70% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Integer overflow in the "file" program 4.20, when running on 32-bit systems, as used in products including The Sleuth Kit, might allow user-assisted attackers to execute arbitrary code via a large file that triggers an overflow that bypasses an assert() statement. NOTE: this issue is due to an incorrect patch for CVE-2007-1536.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
2.70%

84.0th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
FileFile4.2
Sleuth KitThe Sleuth KithAll versions

References

Timeline

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Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2007-2799?
Integer overflow in the "file" program 4.20, when running on 32-bit systems, as used in products including The Sleuth Kit, might allow user-assisted attackers to execute arbitrary code via a large file that triggers an overflow that bypasses an assert() statement. NOTE: this issue is due to an incorrect patch for CVE-2007-1536.
How severe is CVE-2007-2799?
Severity scoring for CVE-2007-2799 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 2.70% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2007-2799?
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