CVE-2007-6743: Double Free
Published Apr 21, 2011
·Updated
Double free vulnerability in IBM Tivoli Directory Server (TDS) 5.2 before 5.2.0.5-TIV-ITDS-LA0005 allows remote authenticated users to cause a denial of service (ABEND) via search operations that trigger recursive filterfree calls.
Affected Software
2 affected components
IBM Tivoli Directory Server=5.2.0
IBM Tivoli Directory Server=5.2.0.4
Remediation
Patch Available
Event History
Apr 21, 2011
CVE Published
via MITRE·10:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·10:00 AM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2007-6743?
CVE-2007-6743 has a severity rating that indicates it can lead to a denial of service due to a double free vulnerability.
2
How do I fix CVE-2007-6743?
To fix CVE-2007-6743, upgrade IBM Tivoli Directory Server to version 5.2.0.5-TIV-ITDS-LA0005 or later.
3
Who is affected by CVE-2007-6743?
CVE-2007-6743 affects users of IBM Tivoli Directory Server version 5.2.0 and 5.2.0.4.
4
What causes the vulnerability in CVE-2007-6743?
CVE-2007-6743 is caused by search operations that trigger recursive filter_free calls leading to a double free condition.
5
Is authentication required to exploit CVE-2007-6743?
Yes, remote authentication is required for an attacker to exploit CVE-2007-6743.