CVE-2008-3697: Input Validation
First published: Wed Sep 03 2008(Updated: )
An unspecified ISAPI extension in VMware Server before 1.0.7 build 108231 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (IIS crash) via a malformed request.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| VMware Server | =1.0.1_build_29996 | |
| VMware Server | =1.0.3 | |
| VMware Server | =1.0.4_build_56528 | |
| VMware Server | <=1.0.6 | |
| VMware Server | =1.0 | |
| VMware Server | =1.0.0 | |
| VMware Server | =1.0.1 | |
| VMware Server | =1.0.2 | |
| VMware Server | =1.0.4 | |
| VMware Server | =1.0.5 |
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Reference Links
- http://lists.grok.org.uk/pipermail/full-disclosure/2008-August/064118.html
- http://www.vmware.com/support/server/doc/releasenotes_server.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/30935
- http://secunia.com/advisories/31708
- http://www.vmware.com/security/advisories/VMSA-2008-0014.html
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1020789
- http://securityreason.com/securityalert/4202
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2008/2466
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/44796
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/495869/100/0/threaded
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2008-3697?
CVE-2008-3697 has a severity rating that indicates it can cause a denial of service, impacting the availability of the affected VMware Server versions.
How do I fix CVE-2008-3697?
To fix CVE-2008-3697, upgrade VMware Server to version 1.0.7 or later to mitigate the vulnerability.
What versions are affected by CVE-2008-3697?
CVE-2008-3697 affects VMware Server versions 1.0.1 through 1.0.6, including various builds in that range.
What type of attack does CVE-2008-3697 allow?
CVE-2008-3697 allows remote attackers to perform a denial of service attack that crashes the IIS server.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2008-3697?
While upgrading is the best fix for CVE-2008-3697, a potential workaround is to restrict access to the affected ISAPI extension.
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