CVE-2007-4620: Buffer Overflow

Published Apr 7, 2008
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Updated

Multiple stack-based buffer overflows in Computer Associates (CA) Alert Notification Service (Alert.exe) 8.1.586.0, 8.0.450.0, and 7.1.758.0, as used in multiple CA products including Anti-Virus for the Enterprise 7.1 through r11.1 and Threat Manager for the Enterprise 8.1 and r8, allow remote authenticated users to execute arbitrary code via crafted RPC requests.

Affected Software

8 affected components
Broadcom Anti-virus For The Enterprise=7.1
Broadcom Anti-virus For The Enterprise=8
Broadcom Anti-virus For The Enterprise=8.1
Broadcom Brightstor Arcserve Backup=11.1
Broadcom Brightstor Arcserve Backup=11.5
CA BrightStor ARCserve Backup=11
CA Threat Manager for the Enterprise=r8
CA Threat Manager for the Enterprise=r8.1

Event History

Apr 7, 2008
CVE Published
06:44 PM
CVE Published
via MITRE·10:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·10:00 PM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2007-4620?

CVE-2007-4620 has a severity rating that indicates a potential for significant impact due to stack-based buffer overflows.

2

How do I fix CVE-2007-4620?

To fix CVE-2007-4620, update to the latest versions of the affected CA products that address the buffer overflow vulnerabilities.

3

What products are affected by CVE-2007-4620?

CVE-2007-4620 affects multiple CA products including Anti-Virus for the Enterprise versions 7.1 through 8.1 and Threat Manager for the Enterprise versions r8 and r8.1.

4

Can CVE-2007-4620 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2007-4620 can potentially be exploited remotely due to improper handling of input that leads to buffer overflows.

5

What are the potential consequences of CVE-2007-4620?

The potential consequences of CVE-2007-4620 include system crashes, execution of arbitrary code, and compromise of affected systems.

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