CWE
119
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2007-5767: Buffer Overflow

First published: Fri Nov 02 2007(Updated: )

Heap-based buffer overflow in the Client Trust application (clntrust.exe) in Novell BorderManager 3.8 before Update 1.5 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a validation request in which the Novell tree name is not properly delimited with a wide-character backslash or NULL character.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Novell BorderManager<=3.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2007-5767?

    CVE-2007-5767 is classified as critical due to its potential for remote code execution.

  • How do I fix CVE-2007-5767?

    To mitigate CVE-2007-5767, update Novell BorderManager to version 3.8 Update 1.5 or later.

  • What systems are affected by CVE-2007-5767?

    CVE-2007-5767 affects Novell BorderManager 3.8 prior to Update 1.5.

  • What kind of attack does CVE-2007-5767 enable?

    CVE-2007-5767 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code through a heap-based buffer overflow.

  • Is there a workaround for CVE-2007-5767?

    There are no documented workarounds for CVE-2007-5767; upgrading is the recommended approach.

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