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If through a vulnerability assessment, a network security issue is detected for the vulnerability below, applying the appropriate security patches in a timely matter is very important. If you have detected that your system has already been compromised, following CERT's Network Security recovery document will assist with recommended steps for system recovery. Home >> Browse Vulnerability Assessment Database >> Gain root remotely >> Generic format string Vulnerability Assessment Details
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Generic format string attack Detailed Explanation for this Vulnerability Assessment The remote service is vulnerable to a format string attack A possible hacker may use this flaw to execute arbitrary code on this host. Solution : upgrade your software or contact your vendor and inform it of this vulnerability See also : http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/81565 Network Security Threat Level: High Networks Security ID: Vulnerability Assessment Copyright: This script is Copyright (C) 2002 Michel Arboi |
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Mainframe, DEC, VAX, AS 400 |
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