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CVE-2005-0577: Format string vulnerability in DNA MKBold-MKItalic 0.06_1 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute ar...

Format string vulnerability in DNA MKBold-MKItalic 0.06_1 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via crafted BDF font files.

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This issue affects DNA MKBold-MKItalic 0.06_1 and earlier. A malicious BDF font file could trigger a format string flaw and allow arbitrary code execution when processed. Business risk is concentrated where this old font utility is installed and handles untrusted font files. Likely exposure is limited to systems with DNA MKBold-MKItalic installed, especially FreeBSD environments using the x11-fonts/mkbold-mkitalic port, where BDF font files may come from untrusted sources. Prioritize remediation where the utility is installed and processes external font files. For most modern environments, urgency depends on whether this legacy package exists at all. Mitigation focus: Inventory systems for DNA MKBold-MKItalic and the FreeBSD mkbold-mkitalic port.; Remove the package if it is not required for business operations.; Avoid processing untrusted BDF font files with this utility..

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