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CVE-2005-3863

Stack-based buffer overflow in kkstrtext.h in ktools library 0.3 and earlier, as...

High CVSS 7.5

Overview

Stack-based buffer overflow in kkstrtext.h in ktools library 0.3 and earlier, as used in products such as (1) centericq, (2) orpheus, (3) motor, and (4) groan, allows local users or remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long parameter to the VGETSTRING macro.

CWE: CWE-119 Published: 2005-11-29T11:03:00.000
Risk analysis

This vulnerability is rated 🟠 HIGH.

  • CVSS: 7.5 (HIGH)
  • Detected tags: none (tag impact: LOW)

Recommended actions:

  • Prioritize remediation based on business criticality and exposure.
  • Limit exposure and increase monitoring until fixed.

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