CVE-2008-1530
First published: Thu Mar 27 2008(Updated: )
GnuPG (gpg) 1.4.8 and 2.0.8 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) and possibly execute arbitrary code via crafted duplicate keys that are imported from key servers, which triggers "memory corruption around deduplication of user IDs."
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Debian GnuPG | =1.4.8 | |
| Debian GnuPG | =2.0.8 |
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Reference Links
- http://www.ocert.org/advisories/ocert-2008-1.html
- https://bugs.g10code.com/gnupg/issue894
- https://bugs.gentoo.org/show_bug.cgi?id=214990
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/28487
- http://lists.gnupg.org/pipermail/gnupg-announce/2008q1/000272.html
- http://secunia.com/advisories/29568
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2008/1056/references
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/41547
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2008-1530?
CVE-2008-1530 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential for denial of service and possible arbitrary code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2008-1530?
To mitigate CVE-2008-1530, upgrade to the latest version of GnuPG that addresses the vulnerability.
What systems are affected by CVE-2008-1530?
GnuPG versions 1.4.8 and 2.0.8 are specifically affected by CVE-2008-1530.
Can CVE-2008-1530 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2008-1530 can be exploited remotely via crafted duplicate keys from key servers.
What are the potential impacts of CVE-2008-1530?
The impacts of CVE-2008-1530 include application crashes and the possibility of executing arbitrary code.
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