Stack Buffer Overflow in Auto PingMaster Trace Route Field

AgataSoft Auto PingMaster 1.5 contains a stack-based buffer overflow vulnerability (CWE-121) in the Trace Route hostname field that allows local attackers to execute arbitrary code through structured exception handling (SEH) manipulation. An attacker can craft a malicious ping.txt file containing shellcode and carefully positioned jump instructions that overwrite the SEH handler pointer. When a victim pastes this file's contents into the application, the overflow is triggered, redirecting execution to attacker-controlled code. While this vulnerability requires local access and user interaction, it represents a critical risk for organizations where Auto PingMaster is deployed, particularly in environments where users may be tricked into importing untrusted configuration files or where file-based attacks are feasible.

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