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MDKSA-2005:027: chbg

Vulnerability Assessment Summary
Check for the version of the chbg package

Detailed Explanation for this Vulnerability Assessment

The remote host is missing the patch for the advisory MDKSA-2005:027 (chbg).

A vulnerability in chbg was discovered by Danny Lungstrom. A
maliciously-crafted configuration/scenario file could overflow a buffer leading
to the potential execution of arbitrary code.

The updated packages are patched to prevent the problem.

Solution : http://wwwnew.mandriva.com/security/advisories?name=MDKSA-2005:027
Network Security Threat Level: High

Networks Security ID:

Vulnerability Assessment Copyright: This script is Copyright (C) 2005 Tenable Network Security

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