Description
Format string vulnerability in Hashcash 1.16 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (memory consumption) and possibly execute arbitrary code via format string specifiers in a reply address, which is not properly handled when printing the header.
Product(s):
- Hashcash 1.14
- Hashcash 1.15
- Hashcash 1.16
Question to Ask Vendors:
- Can you confirm whether your systems are affected by CVE-2005-0687, and if so, what steps are you currently taking to mitigate this vulnerability?
- What is your estimated timeline for fully resolving CVE-2005-0687 in your products or services, and how will you communicate updates on this issue to us as your customer?
Recommended Actions:
- Check out the advisory links provided below.