# CVE-2010-1853: Multiple stack-based buffer overflows in the tr\_magnetParse function in libtransmission/magnet.c in Transmission 1.91 allow remote attackers

- Severity: no CVSS score reported
- Known exploited (CISA KEV): no
- Published: 2010-05-07 · Updated: 2024-09-16

## Affected

- n/a: version range not reported

## Description

Multiple stack-based buffer overflows in the tr_magnetParse function in libtransmission/magnet.c in Transmission 1.91 allow remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) or possibly execute arbitrary code via a crafted magnet URL with a large number of (1) tr or (2) ws links.

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## References

- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/38814
- http://www.osvdb.org/63066
- http://trac.transmissionbt.com/wiki/Changes
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2010/0655
- http://trac.transmissionbt.com/ticket/2965
- http://secunia.com/advisories/39031
- http://trac.transmissionbt.com/changeset/10279

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