Buffer Overflow Vulnerability in Embarcadero Delphi and C++ Builder
CVE-2014-0993
Key Information:
- Vendor
Embarcadero
- Vendor
- CVE Published:
- 15 September 2014
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What is CVE-2014-0993?
A buffer overflow vulnerability exists in the Bitmap handling implementation within the Visual Component Library (VCL) of Embarcadero's Delphi XE6 and C++ Builder. This flaw can be exploited by remote attackers through specially crafted BMP files, allowing for the execution of arbitrary code on the affected systems. Proper validation and handling of image input are crucial to mitigate risks associated with this vulnerability.

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Exploit Proof of Concept (PoC)
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