CVE-2008-3283
First published: Wed Aug 13 2008(Updated: )
Multiple memory leaks in Red Hat Directory Server 7.1 before SP7, Red Hat Directory Server 8, and Fedora Directory Server 1.1.1 and earlier allow remote attackers to cause a denial of service (memory consumption) via vectors involving (1) the authentication / bind phase and (2) anonymous LDAP search requests.
Credit: secalert@redhat.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Red Hat 389 Directory Server | =1.1.1 | |
| Red Hat Directory Server | =7.1-sp1 | |
| Red Hat Directory Server | =7.1-sp2 | |
| Red Hat Directory Server | =7.1-sp3 | |
| Red Hat Directory Server | =7.1-sp4 | |
| Red Hat Directory Server | =7.1-sp5 | |
| Red Hat Directory Server | =7.1-sp6 | |
| Red Hat Directory Server | =8.0 |
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Reference Links
- http://www.redhat.com/docs/manuals/dir-server/release-notes/7.1SP7/index.html
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=458977
- https://rhn.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2008-0596.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/30872
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1020774
- http://h20000.www2.hp.com/bizsupport/TechSupport/Document.jsp?objectID=c01532861
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2008-0602.html
- http://secunia.com/advisories/31565
- http://secunia.com/advisories/31627
- http://secunia.com/advisories/31702
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2008-0858.html
- http://secunia.com/advisories/31913
- https://www.redhat.com/archives/fedora-package-announce/2008-September/msg00708.html
- https://www.redhat.com/archives/fedora-package-announce/2008-September/msg00521.html
- http://secunia.com/advisories/31867
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2008/2480
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/44731
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A6118
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2008-3283?
CVE-2008-3283 has a moderate severity level due to its potential for causing denial of service through memory consumption.
How do I fix CVE-2008-3283?
To remediate CVE-2008-3283, upgrade to Red Hat Directory Server 7.1 SP7 or later, or to Red Hat Directory Server 8.
What types of attacks can exploit CVE-2008-3283?
CVE-2008-3283 can be exploited through remote attacks targeting the authentication/bind phase and anonymous LDAP searches.
Which versions are affected by CVE-2008-3283?
CVE-2008-3283 affects Red Hat Directory Server 7.1 before SP7, Red Hat Directory Server 8, and Fedora Directory Server 1.1.1 and earlier.
What impact does CVE-2008-3283 have on systems?
The impact of CVE-2008-3283 is a denial of service caused by memory leaks that lead to excessive memory consumption.
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