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Family: Mandrake Local Security Checks --> Category: infos
MDKSA-2005:004: nasm Vulnerability Scan
Vulnerability Scan Summary
Check for the version of the nasm package
Detailed Explanation for this Vulnerability Test
The remote host is missing the patch for the advisory MDKSA-2005:004 (nasm).
A buffer overflow in nasm was discovered by Jonathan Rockway. This
vulnerability could lead to the execution of arbitrary code when compiling a
malicious assembler source file.
The updated packages are patched to correct the problem.
Solution : http://wwwnew.mandriva.com/security/advisories?name=MDKSA-2005:004
Threat Level: High
Click HERE for more information and discussions on this network vulnerability scan.
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