CVE-2008-0621: Buffer Overflow

Published Feb 6, 2008
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Updated

Buffer overflow in SAPLPD 6.28 and earlier included in SAP GUI 7.10 and SAPSprint before 1018 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via long arguments to the (1) 0x01, (2) 0x02, (3) 0x03, (4) 0x04, and (5) 0x05 LPD commands.

Affected Software

3 affected components
SAP SAPgui=7.10
SAP SAPlpd<=6.28
SAP SAPSprint

Event History

Feb 6, 2008
CVE Published
via MITRE·11:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·11:00 AM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2008-0621?

CVE-2008-0621 is categorized as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow remote code execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2008-0621?

To mitigate CVE-2008-0621, users should upgrade to SAPLPD version 6.29 or later and SAP GUI version 7.10 EHP1 or newer.

3

What types of software are affected by CVE-2008-0621?

CVE-2008-0621 affects SAPLPD versions up to 6.28 and SAP GUI version 7.10.

4

What exploitation method is used in CVE-2008-0621?

CVE-2008-0621 can be exploited via a buffer overflow caused by long arguments in specific LPD commands.

5

Who can be impacted by CVE-2008-0621?

Organizations using the affected versions of SAP software are at risk of exploitation from remote attackers.

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