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MDKSA-2004:048: cvs Vulnerability Scan


Vulnerability Scan Summary
Check for the version of the cvs package

Detailed Explanation for this Vulnerability Test

The remote host is missing the patch for the advisory MDKSA-2004:048 (cvs).


Stefan Esser discovered that malformed 'Entry' lines in combination with
Is-modified and Unchanged can be used to overflow malloc()ed memory in a way
that can be remotely exploited.
The updated packages contain a patch to correct the problem.


Solution : http://wwwnew.mandriva.com/security/advisories?name=MDKSA-2004:048
Threat Level: High

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