CVE-2008-0927
First published: Mon Apr 14 2008(Updated: )
dhost.exe in Novell eDirectory 8.7.3 before sp10 and 8.8.2 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (CPU consumption) via an HTTP request with (1) multiple Connection headers or (2) a Connection header with multiple comma-separated values. NOTE: this might be similar to CVE-2008-1777.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Novell eDirectory | <=8.7.3.9 | |
| Novell eDirectory | >=8.8<8.8.2 | |
| Microsoft Windows NT | =2000 | |
| Microsoft Windows NT | =2003 |
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Reference Links
- http://www.novell.com/support/viewContent.do?externalId=3829452&sliceId=1
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/28757
- http://secunia.com/advisories/29805
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1019836
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2008/1217/references
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/41787
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/5547
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/491622/100/0/threaded
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2008-0927?
CVE-2008-0927 is classified as a denial of service vulnerability that can lead to CPU consumption issues.
How do I fix CVE-2008-0927?
To fix CVE-2008-0927, upgrade to Novell eDirectory version 8.8.2 or later or apply the latest patches for earlier versions.
Which versions of eDirectory are affected by CVE-2008-0927?
CVE-2008-0927 affects Novell eDirectory versions prior to 8.7.3 SP10 and versions 8.8.1 and earlier.
What is the impact of exploiting CVE-2008-0927?
Exploiting CVE-2008-0927 can result in denial of service, rendering the eDirectory unresponsive due to high CPU usage.
Is CVE-2008-0927 exploitable remotely?
Yes, CVE-2008-0927 can be exploited remotely via crafted HTTP requests.
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