CVE-2008-1215: Buffer Overflow
First published: Sun Mar 09 2008(Updated: )
Stack-based buffer overflow in the command_Expand_Interpret function in command.c in ppp (aka user-ppp), as distributed in FreeBSD 6.3 and 7.0, OpenBSD 4.1 and 4.2, and the net/userppp package for NetBSD, allows local users to gain privileges via long commands containing "~" characters.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| FreeBSD Kernel | =6.3 | |
| FreeBSD Kernel | =7.0 | |
| NetBSD current | ||
| OpenBSD | =4.1 | |
| OpenBSD | =4.2 |
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Reference Links
- http://secunia.com/advisories/29234
- http://secunia.com/advisories/29238
- http://secunia.com/advisories/29240
- http://www.openbsd.org/errata41.html#014_ppp
- http://www.openbsd.org/errata42.html#009_ppp
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/82/488980/30/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/82/489031/30/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/28090
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/41034
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2008-1215?
CVE-2008-1215 has a high severity rating due to the potential for local users to gain elevated privileges.
How do I fix CVE-2008-1215?
To fix CVE-2008-1215, users should apply the appropriate patches or updates provided by their operating system's maintainers.
Which operating systems are affected by CVE-2008-1215?
CVE-2008-1215 affects FreeBSD versions 6.3 and 7.0, OpenBSD versions 4.1 and 4.2, and NetBSD.
What causes the vulnerability in CVE-2008-1215?
The vulnerability in CVE-2008-1215 is caused by a stack-based buffer overflow in the command_Expand_Interpret function.
Can CVE-2008-1215 be exploited remotely?
No, CVE-2008-1215 is a local vulnerability that can only be exploited by local users with access to the affected systems.
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