CVE-2003-0427 describes a buffer overflow vulnerability in mikmod versions 3.1.6 and earlier, allowing remote attackers to execute arbitrary code by supplying a specially crafted archive file containing an excessively long filename. This vulnerability carries a CVSS score of 7.5 (High), indicating a critical risk due to its network-based attack vector, low attack complexity, and potential for complete compromise of confidentiality, integrity, and availability. While there is no evidence of active exploitation or public exploit code (Metasploit, Nuclei, ExploitDB), the vulnerability has garnered significant community discussion, suggesting awareness and potential for future exploitation.
| Vendor | Product | Version(s) | CPE |
|---|---|---|---|
3.1.6CPE matchmatch criteria | cpe:2.3:a:miod_vallat:mikmod:3.1.6:*:*:*:*:*:*:* |
CVSS version used by this source: 2.0
AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:P/I:P/A:P
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