abc2ps ABC file buffer overflow
| abc2ps-abc-bo (26043) |  High Risk |
Description:
abc2ps is vulnerable to multiple buffer overflows. By creating a malicious ABC file, an attacker could overflow a buffer and execute arbitrary code on a victim's system, if the attacker could persuade the victim to open the file.
Consequences:
Gain Access
Remedy:
For Debian GNU/Linux:
Refer to DSA-1041-1 for patch, upgrade, or suggested workaround information. See References.
For other distributions:
Contact your vendor for patch or upgrade information.
References:
- BID-17689: ABC2PS ABC Music Files Remote Buffer Overflow Vulnerability
- CVE-2006-1513: Multiple buffer overflows in abc2ps before 1.3.3 allow user-assisted attackers to execute arbitrary code via crafted ABC music files.
- DSA-1041: abc2ps -- buffer overflows
- SA19787: abc2ps ABC Music File Buffer Overflow Vulnerabilities
- VUPEN/ADV-2006-1511: abc2ps ABC Music File Handling Client-Side Buffer Overflow Vulnerabilities
Platforms Affected:
- Chris Walshaw abc2ps prior to 1.3.3
- Debian Debian Linux 3.0
- Debian Debian Linux 3.1
Reported:
Apr 25, 2006
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