CVE-2007-5246: Buffer Overflow
First published: Sat Oct 06 2007(Updated: )
Multiple stack-based buffer overflows in Firebird LI 2.0.0.12748 and 2.0.1.12855, and WI 2.0.0.12748 and 2.0.1.12855, allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via (1) a long attach request on TCP port 3050 to the isc_attach_database function or (2) a long create request on TCP port 3050 to the isc_create_database function.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| FirebirdSQL | =2.0.0.12748 | |
| FirebirdSQL | =2.0.1.12855 | |
| FirebirdSQL | =2.0.0.12748 | |
| FirebirdSQL | =2.0.1.12855 |
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Reference Links
- http://risesecurity.org/advisory/RISE-2007003/
- http://risesecurity.org/blog/entry/3/
- http://risesecurity.org/exploit/16/
- http://risesecurity.org/exploit/17/
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/25917
- http://www.risesecurity.org/advisory/RISE-2007003/
- http://bugs.gentoo.org/show_bug.cgi?id=195569
- http://security.gentoo.org/glsa/glsa-200712-06.xml
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/25925
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1018773
- http://secunia.com/advisories/27057
- http://secunia.com/advisories/27982
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2007/3379
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/36958
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/481491/100/0/threaded
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2007-5246?
CVE-2007-5246 has been classified with a high severity due to its potential for remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2007-5246?
To fix CVE-2007-5246, you should upgrade to the latest version of Firebird that addresses this vulnerability.
What software is affected by CVE-2007-5246?
CVE-2007-5246 affects Firebird versions 2.0.0.12748 and 2.0.1.12855 on both Linux and Windows.
What types of attacks can exploit CVE-2007-5246?
CVE-2007-5246 can be exploited via stack-based buffer overflows triggered by long attach or create requests to the database.
Can CVE-2007-5246 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2007-5246 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code through the vulnerable functions.
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