OSVDB ID: 20011 Title: GNU wget NTLM Username ntlm_output() Function Overflow |
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Description |
A remote overflow exists in wget. The 'ntlm_output()' function fails to perform proper bounds checking resulting in a buffer overflow. With a specially crafted HTTP redirect request containing an overly long NTLM username, 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 Exploit: Exploit Rumored Disclosure: OSVDB Verified OSVDB: Web Related |
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Upgrade to version 1.10.2 or higher, as it has been reported to fix this vulnerability. An upgrade is required as there are no known workarounds. |
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Unknown or Incomplete |