Remote Code Execution Vulnerability in WinRAR by Rarlab

CVE-2004-1254

Summary

WinRAR versions 3.40 and earlier are susceptible to a vulnerability that allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code. This issue arises when processing ZIP files containing files with excessively long filenames, potentially causing an integer overflow that may lead to a buffer overflow. Attackers can exploit this flaw to gain unauthorized access to systems, highlighting the importance of keeping software updated and implementing robust security measures.

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