CVE-2008-3971
Critical
Description
Heap-based buffer overflow in the open_man_file function in callbacks.c in gmanedit 0.4.1 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted man page, which is not properly handled during utf8 conversion. NOTE: another overflow was reported using a configuration file, but that vector does not have a scenario that crosses privilege boundaries.
SeverityCritical
CVSS9.3
Exploit probability—
ProductGmanedit
PublishedSep 11, 2008
First seenSep 11, 2008
How to fix
Sources list no fixed version or patch link for this vulnerability.
Affected products
| Product | Affected versions | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| gmanedit2 gmanedit | 0.4.1 | — |
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