CVE-2007-0272: Buffer Overflow
First published: Wed Jan 17 2007(Updated: )
Multiple buffer overflows in MDSYS.MD in Oracle Database 8.1.7.4, 9.0.1.5, 9.2.0.7, and 10.1.0.4 allows remote authenticated users to cause a denial of service (crash) or execute arbitrary code via unspecified vectors involving certain public procedures, aka DB05.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Oracle Database | =8.1.7.4 | |
| Oracle Database | =9.0.1.5 | |
| Oracle Database | =9.2.0.7 | |
| Oracle Database | =10.1.0.4 |
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Reference Links
- http://www.us-cert.gov/cas/techalerts/TA07-017A.html
- http://secunia.com/advisories/23794
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1017522
- http://www.appsecinc.com/resources/alerts/oracle/2007-05.shtml
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/22083
- http://osvdb.org/32911
- http://www.oracle.com/technetwork/topics/security/cpujan2007-101493.html
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/31541
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/474047/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/458038/100/0/threaded
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2007-0272?
CVE-2007-0272 has a critical severity level as it allows remote authenticated users to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service.
How do I fix CVE-2007-0272?
To fix CVE-2007-0272, upgrade to a later version of Oracle Database that is not vulnerable to this buffer overflow issue.
Who is affected by CVE-2007-0272?
CVE-2007-0272 affects users of Oracle Database versions 8.1.7.4, 9.0.1.5, 9.2.0.7, and 10.1.0.4.
What are the potential impacts of exploiting CVE-2007-0272?
Exploiting CVE-2007-0272 could lead to a denial of service condition or execution of arbitrary code on the affected database.
What types of vulnerabilities are described in CVE-2007-0272?
CVE-2007-0272 describes multiple buffer overflow vulnerabilities in the MDSYS.MD package of Oracle Database.
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