CVE-2007-3728: Buffer Overflow
Published Jul 12, 2007
·Updated
Buffer overflow in lib/silcclient/clientnotify.c of SILC Client and SILC Toolkit before 1.1.2 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service via "NICKCHANGE" notifications.
Affected Software
2 affected components
silc SILC Client=1.1.1
silc SILC Toolkit=1.1.1
Event History
Jul 12, 2007
CVE Published
via MITRE·05:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·05:00 PM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2007-3728?
CVE-2007-3728 has a severity level that can lead to a denial of service due to a buffer overflow.
2
How do I fix CVE-2007-3728?
To fix CVE-2007-3728, users should upgrade to SILC Client and SILC Toolkit version 1.1.2 or later.
3
What components are affected by CVE-2007-3728?
CVE-2007-3728 affects SILC Toolkit and SILC Client version 1.1.1.
4
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2007-3728?
CVE-2007-3728 is classified as a buffer overflow vulnerability.
5
Can CVE-2007-3728 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2007-3728 can be exploited remotely through 'NICK_CHANGE' notifications.