CVE-2007-1271: Buffer Overflow
First published: Fri Apr 06 2007(Updated: )
Buffer overflow in VMware ESX Server 3.0.0 and 3.0.1 might allow attackers to gain privileges or cause a denial of service (application crash) via unspecified vectors.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| VMware ESX | =3.0.0 | |
| VMware ESX | =3.0.1 |
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Reference Links
- http://www.vmware.com/support/vi3/doc/esx-5754280-patch.html
- http://www.vmware.com/support/vi3/doc/esx-6431040-patch.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/23322
- http://secunia.com/advisories/24788
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1017875
- http://securityreason.com/securityalert/2524
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2007/1267
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A5552
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/464745/100/0/threaded
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2007-1271?
CVE-2007-1271 is rated as a high-severity vulnerability due to the potential for privilege escalation or denial of service.
How do I fix CVE-2007-1271?
To fix CVE-2007-1271, upgrade VMware ESX to version 3.0.2 or later, which addresses the buffer overflow issue.
What systems are affected by CVE-2007-1271?
CVE-2007-1271 affects VMware ESX Server versions 3.0.0 and 3.0.1.
What are the possible consequences of CVE-2007-1271?
Exploitation of CVE-2007-1271 may lead to unauthorized access or crashes of the application, affecting service availability.
Is there an exploit for CVE-2007-1271?
While specific exploits for CVE-2007-1271 are not publicly detailed, the vulnerability's nature indicates that it could be targeted by attackers.
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