CVE-2001-0050 Buffer overflow in BitchX IRC client allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service and possibly execute arbitrary commands via an IP address that resolves to a long DNS hostname or domain name.
HighCVSS 10.0
EPSS 14.6%
Public exploit
- Published
- Updated
- Exploit status
- Public exploit available
Description
Buffer overflow in BitchX IRC client allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service and possibly execute arbitrary commands via an IP address that resolves to a long DNS hostname or domain name.
Affected products
| Product | Affected versions | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| colten edwards bitchx | = 1.0c17 | No fix listed |
References
- 20001207 BitchX DNS Overflow Patch exploit mailing-list
- 20001207 bitchx/ircd DNS overflow demonstration exploit mailing-list
- CLA-2000:364 vendor-advisory
- MDKSA-2000:079 vendor-advisory
- RHSA-2000:126 vendor-advisory
- 2087 exploit patch vdb-entry vendor-advisory
- irc-bitchx-dns-bo(5701) vdb-entry