CVE-2007-4992: Buffer Overflow
First published: Thu Oct 11 2007(Updated: )
Stack-based buffer overflow in the process_packet function in fbserver.exe in Firebird SQL 2.0.2 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long request to TCP port 3050.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| FirebirdSQL | =2.0.2 |
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Reference Links
- http://bugs.gentoo.org/show_bug.cgi?id=195569
- http://secunia.com/advisories/27982
- http://security.gentoo.org/glsa/glsa-200712-06.xml
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1018802
- http://www.firebirdsql.org/rlsnotes/Firebird-2.0.3-ReleaseNotes.pdf
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/482025/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/26011
- http://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-07-057.html
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/37079
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2007-4992?
CVE-2007-4992 is rated as high severity due to the potential for remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2007-4992?
To fix CVE-2007-4992, upgrade Firebird SQL to a version that is not affected by this vulnerability.
What software is affected by CVE-2007-4992?
CVE-2007-4992 specifically affects Firebird SQL version 2.0.2.
Can CVE-2007-4992 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2007-4992 can be exploited remotely via a long request to TCP port 3050.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2007-4992?
CVE-2007-4992 is a stack-based buffer overflow vulnerability.
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