7.5
CWE
NVD-CWE-Other
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2003-0787

First published: Thu Sep 25 2003(Updated: )

The PAM conversation function in OpenSSH 3.7.1 and 3.7.1p1 interprets an array of structures as an array of pointers, which allows attackers to modify the stack and possibly gain privileges.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
OpenSSH=3.7.1p1
OpenSSH=3.7.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2003-0787?

    CVE-2003-0787 has a high severity rating due to the potential for privilege escalation.

  • How do I fix CVE-2003-0787?

    To fix CVE-2003-0787, upgrade OpenSSH to version 3.7.2 or later, which contains the necessary security patches.

  • What versions are affected by CVE-2003-0787?

    CVE-2003-0787 affects OpenSSH versions 3.7.1 and 3.7.1p1.

  • Can CVE-2003-0787 lead to remote exploitation?

    Yes, if exploited, CVE-2003-0787 can allow attackers to gain elevated privileges on the vulnerable system.

  • What is the nature of the vulnerability in CVE-2003-0787?

    CVE-2003-0787 involves the PAM conversation function misinterpreting data structures, allowing stack modification.

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