CVE-2003-0357: Integer Overflow
Published May 30, 2003
·Updated
Multiple integer overflow vulnerabilities in Ethereal 0.9.11 and earlier allow remote attackers to cause a denial of service and possibly execute arbitrary code via the (1) Mount and (2) PPP dissectors.
Affected Software
1 affected component
Ethereal Group Ethereal<=0.9.11
Remediation
Patch Available
Patch Available
Event History
May 30, 2003
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:00 AM
Description
Jun 9, 2003
Data Sourced
via NVD·04:00 AM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityAffected Software
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2003-0357?
CVE-2003-0357 has a high severity rating due to its potential for remote code execution and denial of service.
2
How do I fix CVE-2003-0357?
To fix CVE-2003-0357, upgrade Ethereal to version 0.9.12 or later, which contains patches for the vulnerabilities.
3
What versions of Ethereal are affected by CVE-2003-0357?
CVE-2003-0357 affects Ethereal versions up to and including 0.9.11.
4
What types of attacks are possible with CVE-2003-0357?
CVE-2003-0357 can allow remote attackers to cause denial of service and potentially execute arbitrary code.
5
Is CVE-2003-0357 specific to any dissectors in Ethereal?
Yes, CVE-2003-0357 specifically involves integer overflow vulnerabilities in the Mount and PPP dissectors.