CWE
119
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2008-0639: Buffer Overflow

First published: Wed Feb 13 2008(Updated: )

Stack-based buffer overflow in the EnumPrinters function in the Spooler service (nwspool.dll) in Novell Client 4.91 SP2, SP3, and SP4 for Windows allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted RPC request, aka Novell bug 353138, a different vulnerability than CVE-2006-5854. NOTE: this issue exists because of an incomplete fix for CVE-2007-6701.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Microsoft Windows Operating System
Novell NetWare Client=4.91-sp2
Novell NetWare Client=4.91-sp3
Novell NetWare Client=4.91-sp4

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2008-0639?

    CVE-2008-0639 is considered a critical vulnerability due to the potential for remote code execution.

  • How do I fix CVE-2008-0639?

    To fix CVE-2008-0639, update the Novell Client to a version higher than 4.91 SP4.

  • What software versions are affected by CVE-2008-0639?

    CVE-2008-0639 affects Novell Client versions 4.91 SP2, SP3, and SP4.

  • Can CVE-2008-0639 be exploited remotely?

    Yes, CVE-2008-0639 can be exploited remotely via crafted RPC requests.

  • What consequences may result from CVE-2008-0639 exploitation?

    Exploitation of CVE-2008-0639 may allow attackers to execute arbitrary code on the affected system.

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