CVE-2008-4779

Name: CVE-2008-4779
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2008-10-29T14:22:38.383+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 64.69%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2008-4779 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Stack-based buffer overflow in TUGzip 3.5.0.0 allows remote attackers to denial of service (crash) or execute arbitrary code via a long filename in a .zip file.. EPSS estimates a 64.69% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Stack-based buffer overflow in TUGzip 3.5.0.0 allows remote attackers to denial of service (crash) or execute arbitrary code via a long filename in a .zip file.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

64.69%

99.1th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-119

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Tguzip	Tguzip	3.5.5.0.0

References

Timeline

Published: Oct 29, 2008
Last Modified: Jun 16, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2008-4779?

Stack-based buffer overflow in TUGzip 3.5.0.0 allows remote attackers to denial of service (crash) or execute arbitrary code via a long filename in a .zip file.

How severe is CVE-2008-4779?

Severity scoring for CVE-2008-4779 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 64.69% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2008-4779?

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