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7.8

eMule can crash with an overly long password

CVE-2003-1514 · published 22 years ago
Summary

The eMule file‑sharing program may stop working if someone sends it a password that is too long. This can be triggered remotely, causing the application to shut down and interrupt service. Update to the latest version or apply the vendor's patch to prevent the crash.

What to do

The CVE record does not list a fixed version. Check the vendor's site or the advisory links below - a fix may already be released.

Affected software
VendorProductAffected versions
emule emule 0.29c
cpe:2.3:a:emule:emule:0.29c:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
Original advisory text
eMule 0.29c allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) via a long password, possibly due to a buffer overflow.
eMule 0.29c allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) via a long password, possibly due to a buffer overflow.
References
Fix within
Internet-facing 14 days
Internal 60 days
  • Not known to be exploited
  • Can be exploited automatically (estimated)
  • Gives an attacker partial control (estimated)
Severity
7.8 High
Exploitation
2% chance of attack within 30 days
Type
CWE-119Buffer Overflow
Timeline
Published31 Dec 2003
Updated3 Nov 2026
First seen29 Sep 2026
Sources
CVE-2003-1514 · NVD
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