20273 : BSDI uucp Command Line Argument Local Overflow
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Disclosure

Nov 29, 2001

Discovery

Unknown

Dates

Exploit

Nov 29, 2001

Solution

Unknown

Description

A local overflow exists in uucp on BSD. The program fails to check bounds, resulting in a buffer overflow. By passing a long string of data, an attacker can execute arbitrary code on the system with the privileges of uucp, resulting in a loss of integrity.

Classification

Location: Local Access Required
Attack Type: Input Manipulation
Impact: Loss of Integrity
Exploit: Exploit Available
Disclosure: OSVDB Verified

Solution

Currently, there are no known upgrades, patches, or workarounds available to correct this issue.

Products

BSDI
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BSD
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3.1
4.2
4.1
3.0
4.0
4.0.1

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  • Izik - izikBrand New Doo Dootty64.org -

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