CVE-2004-1317
HighPublic exploitStack-based buffer overflow in doexec.c in Netcat for Windows 1.1, when running with the -e option, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long DNS command.
Published Dec 31, 2004 · Updated Aug 8, 2024
Key Facts
Patch immediately- CVE-2004-1317 is a high-severity vulnerability (CVSS 7.5 v2) affecting netcat (debian).
- It is not listed in any known-exploited vulnerabilities catalog. Public exploit code is available.
- EPSS estimates a 60% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- Fixed versions are available, including netcat 0.
- Brandefense priority: patch immediately, because it is very likely to be exploited soon.
CVSS v2
7.5
AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:P/I:P/A:P
EPSS (30-day exploit likelihood)
60%
Higher than 99.1% of all scored CVEs
Exploited in the wild
No known
Not in a known-exploited catalog
Public exploit code
Available
Proof-of-concept or weaponized module
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Description
Stack-based buffer overflow in doexec.c in Netcat for Windows 1.1, when running with the -e option, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long DNS command.
Affected Products
5 affected entries in total| Product | Affected versions | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| netcatdebian | See advisory | 0 |
Timeline
Publicly disclosed
Dec 31, 2004
Last updated
Aug 8, 2024
References
- advisoryhttp://www.hat-squad.com/en/000142.html
- exploitMSF netcat110_nt.rb
- exploitExploitDB-16436
- exploitExploitDB-726
- other20041227 [HAT-SQUAD] NetCat Remote Critical Vulnerability, Poc included
FAQ
Common Questions.
Stack-based buffer overflow in doexec.c in Netcat for Windows 1.1, when running with the -e option, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long DNS command.
Affected: netcat (debian). The full list is in the CVE brief.
It is not listed in any known-exploited vulnerabilities catalog.
No, it is not currently listed in the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog.
Public exploit code is available.
Fixed versions are available, including netcat 0.
Brandefense priority: patch immediately, because it is very likely to be exploited soon.
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