CVE-2007-3181: Buffer Overflow
First published: Tue Jun 12 2007(Updated: )
Buffer overflow in fbserver.exe in Firebird SQL 2 before 2.0.1 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a large p_cnct_count value in a p_cnct structure in a connect (0x01) request to port 3050/tcp, related to "an InterBase version of gds32.dll."
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Dell NetVault Backup | =6.x | |
| FirebirdSQL | <=2.0.0 |
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Reference Links
- http://dvlabs.tippingpoint.com/advisory/TPTI-07-11
- http://osvdb.org/37231
- http://secunia.com/advisories/25601
- http://secunia.com/advisories/25872
- http://secunia.com/advisories/29501
- http://security.gentoo.org/glsa/glsa-200707-01.xml
- http://www.debian.org/security/2008/dsa-1529
- http://www.firebirdsql.org/rlsnotes/Firebird-2.0.1-ReleaseNotes.pdf
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/24436
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2007/2149
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/34833
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2007-3181?
CVE-2007-3181 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2007-3181?
To fix CVE-2007-3181, update Firebird SQL to version 2.0.1 or later to mitigate the buffer overflow issue.
What software is affected by CVE-2007-3181?
CVE-2007-3181 affects Firebird SQL versions prior to 2.0.1 and BakBone NetVault 6.x.
Can CVE-2007-3181 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2007-3181 can be exploited remotely by attackers sending specially crafted requests to the vulnerable server.
What type of attack is described by CVE-2007-3181?
CVE-2007-3181 describes a buffer overflow attack that allows arbitrary code execution on affected systems.
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