CWE
NVD-CWE-Other 119 190
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2003-0209: Buffer Overflow

First published: Wed Apr 16 2003(Updated: )

Integer overflow in the TCP stream reassembly module (stream4) for Snort 2.0 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via large sequence numbers in packets, which enable a heap-based buffer overflow.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Sourcefire Snort=1.8.6
Sourcefire Snort=1.9.1
Sourcefire Snort=1.8.5
Sourcefire Snort=1.9
Sourcefire Snort=1.8.3
Sourcefire Snort=1.8.2
Sourcefire Snort=1.8
Sourcefire Snort=1.8.4
Sourcefire Snort=1.8.7
Smoothwall Smoothwall=2.0_beta_4
Sourcefire Snort=1.8.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2003-0209?

    CVE-2003-0209 has a high severity rating due to its potential to allow remote code execution through a heap-based buffer overflow.

  • How do I fix CVE-2003-0209?

    To fix CVE-2003-0209, update Snort to a version later than 2.0 that has addressed this vulnerability.

  • Which versions of Snort are affected by CVE-2003-0209?

    CVE-2003-0209 affects Snort versions 1.8.x and 1.9.x.

  • Can CVE-2003-0209 be exploited remotely?

    Yes, CVE-2003-0209 can be exploited remotely by sending specially crafted packets containing large sequence numbers.

  • What types of attacks are possible due to CVE-2003-0209?

    Exploitation of CVE-2003-0209 could lead to arbitrary code execution, allowing attackers to gain control of the affected system.

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