CVE-2008-2437: Buffer Overflow

Published Sep 16, 2008
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Updated

Stack-based buffer overflow in cgiRecvFile.exe in Trend Micro OfficeScan 7.3 patch 4 build 1362 and other builds, OfficeScan 8.0 and 8.0 SP1, and Client Server Messaging Security 3.6 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via an HTTP request containing a long ComputerName parameter.

Affected Software

9 affected components
Trend Micro Client-server-messaging Security=2.0
Trend Micro Client-server-messaging Security=3.0
Trend Micro Client-server-messaging Security=3.5
Trend Micro Client-server-messaging Security=3.6
Trend Micro OfficeScan=7.0
Trend Micro OfficeScan=7.3
Trend Micro OfficeScan=7.3-patch_4
Trend Micro OfficeScan=8.0
Trend Micro OfficeScan=8.0-sp1

Remediation

Event History

Sep 16, 2008
CVE Published
via MITRE·10:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·10:00 PM
Description

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2008-2437?

CVE-2008-2437 is classified as a critical severity vulnerability due to its potential for remote code execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2008-2437?

To resolve CVE-2008-2437, upgrade to the latest version of Trend Micro OfficeScan or Client Server Messaging Security that is not affected.

3

What systems are affected by CVE-2008-2437?

CVE-2008-2437 affects Trend Micro OfficeScan versions 7.3 (patch 4 and others), 8.0 (and SP1) and Client Server Messaging Security versions 2.0, 3.5, and 3.6.

4

What is the nature of the vulnerability in CVE-2008-2437?

CVE-2008-2437 is a stack-based buffer overflow vulnerability caused by improper handling of the ComputerName parameter in HTTP requests.

5

Can CVE-2008-2437 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2008-2437 can be exploited remotely by attackers sending crafted HTTP requests to the affected software.

Contact

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