CVE-2005-3252: Buffer Overflow
Published Oct 18, 2005
·Updated
Stack-based buffer overflow in the Back Orifice (BO) preprocessor for Snort before 2.4.3 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted UDP packet.
Affected Software
3 affected components
Sourcefire Snort=2.4.0
Sourcefire Snort=2.4.2
Sourcefire Snort=2.4.1
Remediation
Patch Available
Patch Available
Event History
Oct 18, 2005
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:00 AM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2005-3252?
CVE-2005-3252 is considered to have a high severity due to the potential for remote code execution.
2
How do I fix CVE-2005-3252?
Fix CVE-2005-3252 by upgrading Snort to version 2.4.3 or later.
3
What software is affected by CVE-2005-3252?
CVE-2005-3252 affects Snort versions 2.4.0, 2.4.1, and 2.4.2.
4
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2005-3252?
CVE-2005-3252 is a stack-based buffer overflow vulnerability.
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Can CVE-2005-3252 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2005-3252 can be exploited remotely through a specially crafted UDP packet.