Buffer Overflow Vulnerability in Samba by Samba Team

CVE-2003-0201

What is CVE-2003-0201?

A buffer overflow exists in the call_trans2open function of trans2.c for various versions of Samba, including 2.2.x prior to 2.2.8a and earlier 2.0.x versions, as well as Samba-TNG prior to 0.3.2. This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected systems, posing a significant security risk. Administrators are urged to upgrade to patched versions or implement mitigation strategies to safeguard their environments against potential exploitation.

Exploit Proof of Concept (PoC)

PoC code is written by security researchers to demonstrate the vulnerability can be exploited. PoC code is also a key component for weaponization which could lead to ransomware.

Metasploit exploit module for CVE-2003-0201
Created by Rapid7

Metasploit exploit module for CVE-2003-0201
Created by Rapid7

trans2open-CVE-2003-0201
Created by KernelPan1k

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