7.5
CWE
119
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2008-1105: Buffer Overflow

First published: Thu May 29 2008(Updated: )

Heap-based buffer overflow in the receive_smb_raw function in util/sock.c in Samba 3.0.0 through 3.0.29 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted SMB response.

Credit: PSIRT-CNA@flexerasoftware.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Samba>=3.0.0<=3.0.29
Ubuntu Linux=7.04
Ubuntu Linux=7.10
Ubuntu Linux=8.04
Ubuntu Linux=6.06
Debian GNU/Linux=4.0

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2008-1105?

    CVE-2008-1105 has a high severity rating due to its potential for remote code execution.

  • How do I fix CVE-2008-1105?

    To fix CVE-2008-1105, upgrade Samba to a version above 3.0.29 or apply the appropriate security patches.

  • Which versions of Samba are affected by CVE-2008-1105?

    CVE-2008-1105 affects Samba versions from 3.0.0 to 3.0.29.

  • Can CVE-2008-1105 be exploited remotely?

    Yes, CVE-2008-1105 can be exploited remotely by sending a crafted SMB response to the affected Samba server.

  • What systems are vulnerable to CVE-2008-1105?

    Systems running affected versions of Samba, including various Ubuntu and Debian Linux distributions, are vulnerable to CVE-2008-1105.

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