CVE-2008-2161: Buffer Overflow

Published May 12, 2008
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Updated

Buffer overflow in TFTP Server SP 1.4 and 1.5 on Windows, and possibly other versions, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long TFTP error packet. NOTE: some of these details are obtained from third party information.

Affected Software

3 affected components
Microsoft All Windows
TFTP TFTP Server SP=1.4
TFTP TFTP Server SP=1.5

Event History

May 12, 2008
CVE Published
via MITRE·10:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·10:00 PM
Description
Data Sourced
10:20 PM
DescriptionWeaknessAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2008-2161?

CVE-2008-2161 has a critical severity due to the potential for remote code execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2008-2161?

To fix CVE-2008-2161, update to TFTP Server SP version 1.6 or later, which addresses this buffer overflow issue.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2008-2161?

CVE-2008-2161 affects users of TFTP Server SP versions 1.4 and 1.5 on Windows systems.

4

What types of attacks can exploit CVE-2008-2161?

CVE-2008-2161 can be exploited by attackers sending specially crafted TFTP error packets to execute arbitrary code.

5

Is there a workaround for CVE-2008-2161?

A potential workaround for CVE-2008-2161 is to restrict access to the TFTP server or disable it until a patch is applied.

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