Stack-Based Buffer Overflows in UltraVNC Remote Desktop Software by UltraVNC
CVE-2008-5001

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Key Information:

Vendor: Ultravnc
Status: Ultravnc
Vendor: CVE Published:; 10 November 2008

What is CVE-2008-5001?

Multiple stack-based buffer overflow vulnerabilities exist in the vncviewer component of UltraVNC versions 1.0.2 and 1.0.4, allowing remote attackers to exploit these flaws in LISTENING mode or when utilizing the DSM plugin. Exploitation could result in a denial of service due to crashes or may enable attackers to execute arbitrary code through careful manipulation of unspecified parameters.