CVE-2007-2874: Buffer Overflow

Published Jul 27, 2007
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Updated

Buffer overflow in the wpaprintf function in the debugging code in wpasupplicant in the Fedora NetworkManager package before 0.6.5-3.fc7 allows user-assisted remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via malformed frames on a WPA2 network. NOTE: some of these details are obtained from third party information.

Affected Software

1 affected component
redhat Fedora Core<=0.6.5-3.fc7

Event History

Jul 27, 2007
CVE Published
09:30 PM
Jul 28, 2007
CVE Published
via MITRE·01:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·01:00 AM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2007-2874?

CVE-2007-2874 is considered a critical vulnerability due to the potential for remote code execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2007-2874?

To fix CVE-2007-2874, update to the latest version of the NetworkManager package as specified by Red Hat.

3

Which versions of Fedora are affected by CVE-2007-2874?

CVE-2007-2874 affects Red Hat Fedora Core versions before 0.6.5-3.fc7.

4

What type of attack is associated with CVE-2007-2874?

CVE-2007-2874 is associated with user-assisted remote code execution attacks through malformed frames on WPA2 networks.

5

What component is vulnerable in CVE-2007-2874?

The vulnerability in CVE-2007-2874 resides in the wpa_printf function within the debugging code of wpa_supplicant.

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