CVE-2004-0454
Description
Buffer overflow in rlprd 2.04 msg function allows local users to execute arbitrary code.
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Buffer overflow in rlprd 2.04 msg function allows local users to execute arbitrary code.
Vulnerability
A buffer overflow vulnerability exists in the msg function of the rlpr daemon (rlprd) version 2.04. This flaw can be triggered when processing specially crafted input, leading to memory corruption. The affected package is rlpr version 2.04 on Debian systems.
Exploitation
An attacker with local access to the system can exploit this vulnerability by sending a maliciously crafted message to the rlprd daemon. No additional authentication is required beyond local user privileges. The overflow occurs during message handling, allowing the attacker to overwrite adjacent memory.
Impact
Successful exploitation allows arbitrary code execution with the privileges of the rlprd daemon, typically running as root or the lp user. This can lead to full compromise of the affected system, including unauthorized access, data modification, or denial of service.
Mitigation
Debian released security advisory DSA-524 [1] addressing this issue. The fixed version is rlpr 2.04-1.1 or later. Users should upgrade their packages immediately. No workarounds are documented; upgrading is the recommended mitigation.
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References
3- www.debian.org/security/2004/dsa-524nvdPatchVendor Advisory
- www.securityfocus.com/bid/10578nvdExploitPatchVendor Advisory
- exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/16454nvd
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