OSVDB ID: 690 Title: Unix SysV Telnet login Environment Remote Overflow |
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Description |
A buffer overflow exists in multiple SystemV-based operating systems. The login application fails to validate data received via telnet resulting in a buffer overflow. With a specially crafted request, a remote attacker can cause arbitrary code execution resulting in a loss of integrity. |
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Remote / Network Access
Attack Type: Input Manipulation Impact: Loss of Integrity Solution: Patch / RCS, Upgrade Exploit: Exploit Public, Exploit Commercial |
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Currently, there are no known workarounds or upgrades to correct this issue. However, many vendors have released a patch to address this vulnerability. |
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Unknown or Incomplete |
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Unknown or Incomplete |