CVE-2008-0153: Null Pointer Dereference
Published Jan 9, 2008
·Updated
telnetd.exe in Pragma TelnetServer 7.0.4.589 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (process crash and resource exhaustion) via a crafted TELOPT PRAGMA LOGON telnet option, which triggers a NULL pointer dereference.
Affected Software
1 affected component
Pragma Systems Pragma Telnetserver=7.0.4.589
Event History
Jan 9, 2008
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2008-0153?
CVE-2008-0153 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to cause denial of service.
2
How do I fix CVE-2008-0153?
To remediate CVE-2008-0153, upgrade to a patched version of Pragma TelnetServer that addresses this vulnerability.
3
What does CVE-2008-0153 affect?
CVE-2008-0153 affects Pragma TelnetServer version 7.0.4.589.
4
What type of attack does CVE-2008-0153 allow?
CVE-2008-0153 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service by exploiting a crafted TELOPT PRAGMA LOGON telnet option.
5
Is CVE-2008-0153 a local or remote vulnerability?
CVE-2008-0153 is a remote vulnerability that can be exploited by attackers over a network.