CVE-2007-2466: High severity Sun Java System Directory Server vulnerability

Published May 2, 2007
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Updated

Unspecified vulnerability in the LDAP Software Development Kit (SDK) for C, as used in Sun Java System Directory Server 5.2 up to Patch 4 and Sun ONE Directory Server 5.1, allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) via certain BER encodings.

Affected Software

6 affected components
Sun Java System Directory Server=5.2
Sun Java System Directory Server=5.2-2003q4
Sun Java System Directory Server=5.2-2004q2
Sun Java System Directory Server=5.2-2005q1
Sun Java System Directory Server=5.2-2005q4
Sun ONE Directory Server=5.1

Event History

May 2, 2007
CVE Published
10:19 PM
May 3, 2007
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:00 AM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2007-2466?

CVE-2007-2466 is classified as a vulnerability that can lead to denial of service, impacting the availability of the affected services.

2

How do I fix CVE-2007-2466?

To remediate CVE-2007-2466, update to the latest patches available for Sun Java System Directory Server or Sun ONE Directory Server.

3

Which versions are affected by CVE-2007-2466?

CVE-2007-2466 affects Sun Java System Directory Server versions 5.2 up to Patch 4 and Sun ONE Directory Server version 5.1.

4

What kind of attacks are possible with CVE-2007-2466?

CVE-2007-2466 allows remote attackers to trigger a denial of service by exploiting certain BER encodings.

5

Is there a workaround for CVE-2007-2466?

Currently, the only reliable solution to address CVE-2007-2466 is to apply the appropriate software updates.

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