# CVE-2024-55577: ratfor: Stack-based buffer overflow vulnerability exists in Linux Ratfor 1.06 and earlier

CVE-2024-55577 is fixed in ratfor on 1 platform, first by DEBIAN-CVE-2024-55577, released January 15, 2025. It is not reported as exploited. Patch Radar priority: High.

- Web page: https://patchblox.com/security/cve/CVE-2024-55577
- Priority: High
- CVSS: 7.0 (high)
- EPSS: 0.0026
- CISA KEV: not listed
- Exploited (vendor report): no
- Publicly disclosed: no
- Published: Jan 15, 2025

## Description

Stack-based buffer overflow vulnerability exists in Linux Ratfor 1.06 and earlier. When the software processes a file which is specially crafted by an attacker, arbitrary code may be executed. As a result, the attacker may obtain or alter information of the user environment or cause the user environment to become unusable.

## Where it's fixed

| Platform | Product | Fixed in | Fix | Released |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Linux | ratfor Debian 13.5 (trixie) | 1.07-1 | [DEBIAN-CVE-2024-55577](https://patchblox.com/security/data/fix/linux/debian-cve-2024-55577.md) | Jan 15, 2025 |
| Linux | ratfor Debian 14 | 1.07-1 | [DEBIAN-CVE-2024-55577](https://patchblox.com/security/data/fix/linux/debian-cve-2024-55577.md) | Jan 15, 2025 |

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