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CVE-2003-1201

First published: Thu Mar 20 2003(Updated: )

ldbm_back_exop_passwd in the back-ldbm backend in passwd.c for OpenLDAP 2.1.12 and earlier, when the slap_passwd_parse function does not return LDAP_SUCCESS, attempts to free an uninitialized pointer, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (segmentation fault).

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Red Hat OpenLDAP Servers<=2.1.12
Red Hat OpenLDAP Servers=2.0.2
Red Hat OpenLDAP Servers=2.0.11_11
Red Hat OpenLDAP Servers=2.1.15
Red Hat OpenLDAP Servers=2.1.10
Red Hat OpenLDAP Servers=2.0.22
Red Hat OpenLDAP Servers=2.0.9
Red Hat OpenLDAP Servers=2.0.15
Red Hat OpenLDAP Servers=2.1.14
Red Hat OpenLDAP Servers=2.0.14
Red Hat OpenLDAP Servers=2.0
Red Hat OpenLDAP Servers=2.0.1
Red Hat OpenLDAP Servers=2.0.13
Red Hat OpenLDAP Servers=2.0.20
Red Hat OpenLDAP Servers=2.0.10
Red Hat OpenLDAP Servers=2.0.16
Red Hat OpenLDAP Servers=2.0.23
Red Hat OpenLDAP Servers=2.0.25
Red Hat OpenLDAP Servers=2.0.11_11s
Red Hat OpenLDAP Servers=2.0.27
Red Hat OpenLDAP Servers=2.0.3
Red Hat OpenLDAP Servers=2.1.11
Red Hat OpenLDAP Servers=2.0.7
Red Hat OpenLDAP Servers=2.0.11_9
Red Hat OpenLDAP Servers=2.0.12
Red Hat OpenLDAP Servers=2.0.19
Red Hat OpenLDAP Servers=2.0.4
Red Hat OpenLDAP Servers=2.1.12
Red Hat OpenLDAP Servers=2.0.21
Red Hat OpenLDAP Servers=2.0.11
Red Hat OpenLDAP Servers=2.0.8
Red Hat OpenLDAP Servers=2.1.16
Red Hat OpenLDAP Servers=2.1.4
Red Hat OpenLDAP Servers=2.0.17
Red Hat OpenLDAP Servers=2.0.18
Red Hat OpenLDAP Servers=2.0.6
Red Hat OpenLDAP Servers=2.0.5
Red Hat OpenLDAP Servers=2.1.13

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2003-1201?

    CVE-2003-1201 has a severity level classified as a denial of service vulnerability.

  • How do I fix CVE-2003-1201?

    To fix CVE-2003-1201, upgrade OpenLDAP to version 2.1.13 or later.

  • What software is affected by CVE-2003-1201?

    CVE-2003-1201 affects OpenLDAP versions 2.1.12 and earlier, as well as certain specific versions in the 2.0.x series.

  • What type of attack does CVE-2003-1201 involve?

    CVE-2003-1201 involves a remote attack that leads to a segmentation fault and service disruption.

  • Can CVE-2003-1201 be exploited without authentication?

    Yes, CVE-2003-1201 can be exploited by remote attackers without the need for authentication.

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