CVE-2007-5245: Buffer Overflow
First published: Sat Oct 06 2007(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 SVC_attach function or (2) unspecified vectors involving the INET_connect function.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| FirebirdSQL | =1.5.4.4910 | |
| FirebirdSQL | =1.5.3.4870 | |
| FirebirdSQL | =1.5.3.4870 | |
| FirebirdSQL | =1.5.4.4910 |
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Reference Links
- http://risesecurity.org/advisory/RISE-2007003/
- http://risesecurity.org/blog/entry/3/
- http://risesecurity.org/exploit/18/
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/25917
- http://www.risesecurity.org/advisory/RISE-2007003/
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/25925
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1018773
- http://secunia.com/advisories/27066
- http://secunia.com/advisories/28635
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2007/3380
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/36957
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/481491/100/0/threaded
Frequently Asked Questions
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.
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.
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.
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.
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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