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SOCKS4A hostname overflow

Vulnerability Assessment Summary
Too long hostname kills the SOCKS4A server

Detailed Explanation for this Vulnerability Assessment

It was possible to kill the remote SOCKS4A server by
sending a request with a too long hostname.

A cracker may exploit this vulnerability to make your SOCKS server
crash continually or even execute arbitrary code on your system.

Solution : upgrade your software
Network Security Threat Level: High

Networks Security ID: 5138, 5139

Vulnerability Assessment Copyright: This script is Copyright (C) 2002 Michel Arboi

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