CVE Catalog

CVE-2005-0187

High
Published: Translated: NVD NIST

Summary

A stack-based buffer overflow in the SetSkin function of the AtHoc toolbar allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long skin name.

Risk Assessment

An attacker can remotely take control of the victim's system, leading to data theft, malware installation, or further escalation within the network.

Recommendation

Immediately update the AtHoc toolbar to the latest version that fixes this vulnerability, and restrict the ability to load custom skins from untrusted sources.

Related vulnerabilities

Original NVD description (English source)

Stack-based buffer overflow in the SetSkin function in AtHoc toolbar allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long skin name.

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