CVE-2007-2958
First published: Fri Aug 24 2007(Updated: )
Format string vulnerability in the inc_put_error function in src/inc.c in Sylpheed 2.4.4, and Sylpheed-Claws (Claws Mail) 1.9.100 and 2.10.0, allows remote POP3 servers to execute arbitrary code via format string specifiers in crafted replies.
Credit: PSIRT-CNA@flexerasoftware.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| redhat/3.0.0 | <1. | 1. |
| Claws-Mail | =1.9.100 | |
| Claws-Mail | =2.10.0 | |
| Sylpheed | =2.4.4 |
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Reference Links
- http://secunia.com/secunia_research/2007-70/advisory/
- http://secunia.com/advisories/26550
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=254121
- http://bugs.gentoo.org/show_bug.cgi?id=190104
- https://www.redhat.com/archives/fedora-package-announce/2007-September/msg00077.html
- http://security.gentoo.org/glsa/glsa-200710-29.xml
- http://www.novell.com/linux/security/advisories/2007_20_sr.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/25430
- http://secunia.com/advisories/26610
- http://secunia.com/advisories/27379
- http://secunia.com/advisories/27229
- http://osvdb.org/40184
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2007/2971
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/36238
- http://secunia.com/advisories/26550/
- http://cvs.sunsite.dk/viewcvs.cgi/sylpheedclaws/sylpheed-claws/src/inc.c.diff?r1=1.149.2.79&r2=1.149.2.80&only_with_tag=gtk2
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2007-2958?
CVE-2007-2958 is considered to have a high severity as it allows remote execution of arbitrary code.
How do I fix CVE-2007-2958?
To fix CVE-2007-2958, update to Sylpheed version 2.4.5 or later, and Sylpheed-Claws versions 1.9.101 and 2.10.1 or later.
What software is affected by CVE-2007-2958?
CVE-2007-2958 affects Sylpheed 2.4.4, Sylpheed-Claws 1.9.100, and 2.10.0.
Can CVE-2007-2958 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2007-2958 can be exploited remotely via crafted replies from POP3 servers.
Who discovered CVE-2007-2958?
CVE-2007-2958 was discovered by Ulf Harnhammar from Secunia Research.
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