CVE-2008-3286: Input Validation
First published: Thu Jul 24 2008(Updated: )
SWAT 4 1.1 and earlier allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (daemon crash) via a (1) VERIFYCONTENT or (2) GAMECONFIG command sent to the server before user session initialization, which triggers a NULL pointer dereference; or (3) a GAMESPYRESPONSE command followed by a long RS string.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Sierra SWAT 4 | <=1.1 |
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Reference Links
- http://aluigi.altervista.org/adv/swat4x-adv.txt
- http://aluigi.org/fakep/unrealfp.zip
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/30299
- http://secunia.com/advisories/31158
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2008/2149/references
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/43902
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/43901
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2008-3286?
CVE-2008-3286 has a moderate severity level as it can lead to a denial of service through daemon crashes.
How do I fix CVE-2008-3286?
To fix CVE-2008-3286, update to a newer version of SWAT 4 that addresses this vulnerability beyond version 1.1.
What types of commands can exploit CVE-2008-3286?
CVE-2008-3286 can be exploited using the VERIFYCONTENT, GAMECONFIG, or GAMESPYRESPONSE commands sent during improper session initialization.
Can CVE-2008-3286 affect all versions of SWAT 4?
CVE-2008-3286 affects all versions of SWAT 4 up to and including version 1.1.
What consequences can arise from CVE-2008-3286?
Exploitation of CVE-2008-3286 can lead to server instability, causing crashes and disrupting gameplay.
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