CVE-2005-0582

Buffer overflow in Computer Associates (CA) License Client 0.1.0.15 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long filename in a PUTOLF request

published March 2, 2005

CVSS
โ€”
EPSS
37%
Percentile
98.5
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

โš ๏ธ A sneaky buffer overflow could let attackers execute arbitrary code just by sending a long filename! ๐Ÿคฏ Think of it like a waiter who brings extra-large orders to the kitchen without checking if the chefs can handle them โ€” too much can overwhelm the system, leading to chaotic consequences! If exploited, this could allow a remote attacker to hijack the License Client, leading to unauthorized access and control over your system. That's like giving a stranger the keys to your digital kingdom! ๐Ÿ”ฅ

Put simply

Think of it like a waiter who brings extra-large orders to the kitchen without checking if the chefs can handle them โ€” too much can overwhelm the system, leading to chaotic consequences! This vulnerability in CA License Client 0.1.0.15 occurs when the application fails to properly check the length of a filename in a PUTOLF request, causing a buffer overflow that can execute arbitrary code.

What to do

If exploited, this could allow a remote attacker to hijack the License Client, leading to unauthorized access and control over your system. That's like giving a stranger the keys to your digital kingdom! ๐Ÿ”ฅ It's crucial to update the CA License Client to the latest version to patch this vulnerability. Ensure that input validation is implemented to avoid similar issues in the future. Don't let rogue filenames ruin your day! You've got this! Stay vigilant and keep your systems secure! ๐Ÿ›ก๏ธ

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.37020 ยท 98.5th percentile
Published
2005-03-02T05:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 02 MAR 05:00Z
    Buffer overflow in Computer Associates (CA) License Client 0.1.0.15 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long filename in a PUTOLF request
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