CVE-2008-2069: Buffer Overflow
Published May 2, 2008
·Updated
Buffer overflow in Novell GroupWise 7 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service or execute arbitrary code via a long argument in a mailto: URI.
Affected Software
4 affected components
Novell GroupWise=7.0
Novell GroupWise=7.0-sp1
Novell GroupWise=7.0-sp2
Novell GroupWise=7.0-sp3
Event History
May 2, 2008
CVE Published
via MITRE·11:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·11:00 PM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2008-2069?
CVE-2008-2069 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for remote code execution.
2
How do I fix CVE-2008-2069?
To remediate CVE-2008-2069, upgrading to a patched version of Novell GroupWise that addresses the buffer overflow issue is recommended.
3
What software is affected by CVE-2008-2069?
CVE-2008-2069 affects Novell GroupWise versions 7.0 and its service packs (SP1, SP2, SP3).
4
Can CVE-2008-2069 lead to data breaches?
Yes, CVE-2008-2069 may allow attackers to execute arbitrary code, potentially leading to data breaches.
5
What is the attack vector for CVE-2008-2069?
CVE-2008-2069 can be exploited through a malicious mailto: URI containing a long argument.