CVE Catalog

CVE-2005-0076

High
Published: Translated: NVD NIST

Summary

Multiple buffer overflows in the XView library 3.2 may allow local users to execute arbitrary code via setuid applications that use the library.

Risk Assessment

The risk involves potential privilege escalation by a local user, which could lead to full system compromise.

Recommendation

It is recommended to immediately update the XView library to the latest available version and restrict setuid permissions for applications using this library.

Related vulnerabilities

Original NVD description (English source)

Multiple buffer overflows in the XView library 3.2 may allow local users to execute arbitrary code via setuid applications that use the library.

Vulnerability data from NVD (NIST) · CISA KEV · EPSS