CVE Catalog

CVE-2005-3051

High
Published: Translated: NVD NIST

Summary

The ARJ plugin (arj.dll) version 3.9.2.0 for 7-Zip 3.13, 4.23, and 4.26 BETA contains a stack-based buffer overflow. A remote attacker can exploit this vulnerability by sending a specially crafted large ARJ block, leading to arbitrary code execution.

Risk Assessment

An attacker can remotely take control of the victim's system, installing malware, stealing data, or disrupting services.

Recommendation

Immediately update 7-Zip to the latest version that includes a fixed ARJ plugin. If an update is not possible, consider disabling ARJ format support in the program.

Related vulnerabilities

Original NVD description (English source)

Stack-based buffer overflow in the ARJ plugin (arj.dll) 3.9.2.0 for 7-Zip 3.13, 4.23, and 4.26 BETA, as used in products including Turbo Searcher, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a large ARJ block.

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