CVE-2005-2377: Medium severity Mandrakesoft Mandrake Linux Corporate Server vulnerability

Published Jul 26, 2005

Updated

nssldap 181 to versions before 213, as used in Mandrake Corporate Server and Mandrake 10.0, and other operating systems, does not properly handle a SIGPIPE signal when sending a search request to an LDAP directory server, which might allow remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crond and other application crash) if they can cause an LDAP server to become unavailable. NOTE: it is not clear whether this attack scenario is sufficient to include this item in CVE.

Affected Software

2 affected components

Mandrakesoft Mandrake Linux Corporate Server

Mandrakesoft Mandrake Linux=10.0

Remediation

Patch Available

http://www.mandriva.com/security/advisories?name=MDKSA-2005:121

Event History

Jul 26, 2005

CVE Published

04:00 AM

CVE Published

via MITRE·08:00 AM

Data Sourced

via MITRE·08:00 AM

Description

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2005-2377?

CVE-2005-2377 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential to cause a denial of service.

How do I fix CVE-2005-2377?

To fix CVE-2005-2377, upgrade nss_ldap to version 213 or later.

What systems are affected by CVE-2005-2377?

CVE-2005-2377 affects Mandrake Corporate Server and Mandrake Linux 10.0 before version 213.

What is the nature of the issue in CVE-2005-2377?

CVE-2005-2377 involves improper handling of a SIGPIPE signal during LDAP search requests, leading to potential denial of service.

Can CVE-2005-2377 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2005-2377 can be exploited remotely by attackers sending specially crafted search requests.