CVE-2007-0796
First published: Tue Feb 06 2007(Updated: )
Blue Coat Systems WinProxy 6.1a and 6.0 r1c, and possibly earlier, allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (daemon crash) or possibly execute arbitrary code via a long HTTP CONNECT request, which triggers heap corruption.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Bluecoat Winproxy | =6.0-r1c | |
| Bluecoat Winproxy | =6.1-r1a |
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Reference Links
- http://labs.idefense.com/intelligence/vulnerabilities/display.php?id=471
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/22393
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1017586
- http://secunia.com/advisories/24049
- http://osvdb.org/33097
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2007/0482
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/32204
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2007-0796?
CVE-2007-0796 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to cause denial of service and execute arbitrary code.
How do I fix CVE-2007-0796?
To mitigate CVE-2007-0796, upgrade to a patched version of Blue Coat WinProxy as specified by the vendor.
What versions of Blue Coat WinProxy are affected by CVE-2007-0796?
CVE-2007-0796 affects Blue Coat WinProxy versions 6.0 r1c and 6.1 a, as well as potentially earlier versions.
What type of attack is associated with CVE-2007-0796?
CVE-2007-0796 is associated with a denial of service attack, triggered by a long HTTP CONNECT request.
Can CVE-2007-0796 lead to remote code execution?
Yes, CVE-2007-0796 has the potential to allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code due to heap corruption.
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