CVE-2007-5245: Buffer Overflow

Published Oct 6, 2007
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Updated

Multiple stack-based buffer overflows in Firebird LI 1.5.3.4870 and 1.5.4.4910, and WI 1.5.3.4870 and 1.5.4.4910, allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via (1) a long service attach request on TCP port 3050 to the SVCattach function or (2) unspecified vectors involving the INETconnect function.

Affected Software

4 affected components
firebirdsql Firebird=1.5.4.4910
firebirdsql Firebird=1.5.3.4870
firebirdsql Firebird=1.5.3.4870
firebirdsql Firebird=1.5.4.4910

Event History

Oct 6, 2007
CVE Published
05:17 PM
CVE Published
via MITRE·09:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·09:00 PM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2007-5245?

CVE-2007-5245 is considered a critical vulnerability due to its ability to allow remote code execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2007-5245?

To address CVE-2007-5245, upgrade to Firebird versions 1.5.5 or later which include patches for this vulnerability.

3

What versions are affected by CVE-2007-5245?

CVE-2007-5245 affects Firebird versions 1.5.3.4870 and 1.5.4.4910 on both Linux and Windows platforms.

4

What can attackers do with CVE-2007-5245?

Attackers can exploit CVE-2007-5245 to execute arbitrary code on affected machines through manipulated service attach requests.

5

Is CVE-2007-5245 a local or remote vulnerability?

CVE-2007-5245 is a remote vulnerability, allowing attackers to exploit it over a network without local access.

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