CVE-2007-4620: Buffer Overflow
First published: Mon Apr 07 2008(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.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Broadcom Anti-Virus | =7.1 | |
| Broadcom Anti-Virus | =8 | |
| Broadcom Anti-Virus | =8.1 | |
| Broadcom ARCserve Backup | =11.1 | |
| Broadcom ARCserve Backup | =11.5 | |
| CA ARCserve Backup for Laptops and Desktops | =11 | |
| Broadcom CA Threat Manager | =r8 | |
| Broadcom CA Threat Manager | =r8.1 |
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Reference Links
- http://labs.idefense.com/intelligence/vulnerabilities/display.php?id=679
- https://support.ca.com/irj/portal/anonymous/phpsupcontent?contentID=173103
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/28605
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1019789
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1019790
- http://securityreason.com/securityalert/3799
- http://community.ca.com/blogs/casecurityresponseblog/archive/2008/04/04/ca-alert-notification-server-multiple-vulnerabilities.aspx
- http://secunia.com/advisories/29665
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2008/1103/references
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/41639
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/490466/100/0/threaded
Frequently Asked Questions
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.
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.
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.
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.
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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