CVE-2008-1887: Buffer Overflow
First published: Fri Apr 18 2008(Updated: )
Python 2.5.2 and earlier allows context-dependent attackers to execute arbitrary code via multiple vectors that cause a negative size value to be provided to the PyString_FromStringAndSize function, which allocates less memory than expected when assert() is disabled and triggers a buffer overflow.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Python Babel Localedata | <=2.5.2 | |
| Ubuntu Linux | =6.06 | |
| Ubuntu Linux | =7.04 | |
| Ubuntu Linux | =7.10 | |
| Ubuntu Linux | =8.04 | |
| Debian GNU/Linux | =4.0 | |
| Maxthon | <=2.5.2 | |
| Ubuntu | =7.04 | |
| Ubuntu | =7.10 | |
| Ubuntu | =8.04 | |
| Ubuntu | =6.06 | |
| Debian | =4.0 |
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Reference Links
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/490776
- http://bugs.python.org/issue2587
- http://www.debian.org/security/2008/dsa-1551
- http://secunia.com/advisories/29889
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/28749
- http://security.gentoo.org/glsa/glsa-200807-01.xml
- http://www.ubuntu.com/usn/usn-632-1
- http://www.debian.org/security/2008/dsa-1620
- http://secunia.com/advisories/30872
- http://www.novell.com/support/search.do?cmd=displayKC&docType=kc&externalId=InfoDocument-patchbuilder-readme5032900
- http://secunia.com/advisories/31518
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2008-08/msg00006.html
- http://secunia.com/advisories/31255
- http://secunia.com/advisories/31365
- http://secunia.com/advisories/31687
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2009/Feb/msg00000.html
- http://secunia.com/advisories/33937
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT3438
- http://wiki.rpath.com/wiki/Advisories:rPSA-2009-0122
- http://secunia.com/advisories/37471
- http://www.vmware.com/security/advisories/VMSA-2009-0016.html
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2009/3316
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/41944
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A8624
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A10407
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/507985/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/506056/100/0/threaded
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2008-1887?
CVE-2008-1887 is classified as a critical vulnerability due to its potential to allow arbitrary code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2008-1887?
To fix CVE-2008-1887, upgrade Python to version 2.5.3 or later, or apply relevant patches provided by your operating system.
What systems are affected by CVE-2008-1887?
CVE-2008-1887 affects Python versions up to 2.5.2 and specific Ubuntu and Debian Linux distributions.
What are the consequences of exploiting CVE-2008-1887?
Exploiting CVE-2008-1887 can lead to a buffer overflow, potentially allowing attackers to execute arbitrary code on the affected system.
Is CVE-2008-1887 still relevant today?
While CVE-2008-1887 primarily affects outdated software, it is still relevant for environments using legacy systems that have not been updated.
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