critical
9.3
CWE
119
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2007-5398: Buffer Overflow

First published: Fri Nov 16 2007(Updated: )

Stack-based buffer overflow in the reply_netbios_packet function in nmbd/nmbd_packets.c in nmbd in Samba 3.0.0 through 3.0.26a, when operating as a WINS server, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via crafted WINS Name Registration requests followed by a WINS Name Query request.

Credit: PSIRT-CNA@flexerasoftware.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Samba=3.0.0
Samba=3.0.1
Samba=3.0.2
Samba=3.0.2a
Samba=3.0.3
Samba=3.0.4
Samba=3.0.4-rc1
Samba=3.0.5
Samba=3.0.6
Samba=3.0.7
Samba=3.0.8
Samba=3.0.9
Samba=3.0.10
Samba=3.0.11
Samba=3.0.12
Samba=3.0.13
Samba=3.0.14
Samba=3.0.14a
Samba=3.0.15
Samba=3.0.16
Samba=3.0.17
Samba=3.0.18
Samba=3.0.19
Samba=3.0.20
Samba=3.0.20a
Samba=3.0.20b
Samba=3.0.21
Samba=3.0.21a
Samba=3.0.21b
Samba=3.0.21c
Samba=3.0.22
Samba=3.0.23
Samba=3.0.23a
Samba=3.0.23b
Samba=3.0.23c
Samba=3.0.23d
Samba=3.0.24
Samba=3.0.25
Samba=3.0.25-pre1
Samba=3.0.25-pre2
Samba=3.0.25-rc1
Samba=3.0.25-rc2
Samba=3.0.25-rc3
Samba=3.0.25a
Samba=3.0.25b
Samba=3.0.25c
Samba=3.0.26
Samba=3.0.26a

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2007-5398?

    CVE-2007-5398 has been assigned a medium severity rating due to its potential to allow remote code execution.

  • How do I fix CVE-2007-5398?

    To fix CVE-2007-5398, update your Samba installation to version 3.0.26b or higher.

  • What software is affected by CVE-2007-5398?

    CVE-2007-5398 affects Samba versions from 3.0.0 through 3.0.26a when configured as a WINS server.

  • What type of vulnerability is CVE-2007-5398?

    CVE-2007-5398 is classified as a stack-based buffer overflow vulnerability.

  • Can attackers exploit CVE-2007-5398 remotely?

    Yes, attackers can exploit CVE-2007-5398 remotely through crafted WINS Name Registration requests.

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