CVE-2008-3158
First published: Fri Jul 11 2008(Updated: )
Unspecified vulnerability in NWFS.SYS in Novell Client for Windows 4.91 SP4 has unknown impact and attack vectors, possibly related to IOCTL requests that overwrite arbitrary memory.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Novell NetWare Client | =4.91_sp4 |
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Reference Links
- http://support.novell.com/docs/Readmes/InfoDocument/patchbuilder/readme_5028543.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/30001
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1020385
- http://secunia.com/advisories/30904
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2008/1968/references
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/43460
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2008-3158?
The severity of CVE-2008-3158 has not been explicitly classified, but it is an unspecified vulnerability that could lead to significant risks due to potential arbitrary memory overwrites.
How do I fix CVE-2008-3158?
To fix CVE-2008-3158, it is recommended to update or patch the Novell Client for Windows to a version that addresses this vulnerability.
What systems are affected by CVE-2008-3158?
CVE-2008-3158 affects Novell Client for Windows version 4.91 SP4.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2008-3158?
CVE-2008-3158 is characterized as a vulnerability in NWFS.SYS that can be exploited via IOCTL requests.
What are the potential impacts of CVE-2008-3158?
The potential impacts of CVE-2008-3158 include arbitrary memory corruption, which could lead to system instability or exploitation.
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