CVE-2008-4403: Null Pointer Dereference
First published: Fri Oct 03 2008(Updated: )
The CGI modules in the server in Trend Micro OfficeScan 8.0 SP1 before build 2439 and 8.0 SP1 Patch 1 before build 3087 allow remote attackers to cause a denial of service (NULL pointer dereference and child process crash) via crafted HTTP headers, related to the "error handling mechanism."
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Trend Micro OfficeScan Corporate Edition | =8.0-sp1_patch1 | |
| Trend Micro OfficeScan Corporate Edition | =8.0-sp1 |
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Reference Links
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/31531
- http://www.trendmicro.com/ftp/documentation/readme/OSCE8.0_SP1_Patch1_CriticalPatch_3087_Readme.txt
- http://www.trendmicro.com/ftp/documentation/readme/OSCE_8.0_SP1_Win_EN_CriticalPatch_B2439_Readme.txt
- http://secunia.com/advisories/32097
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1020974
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2008/2712
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/45599
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2008-4403?
CVE-2008-4403 is considered a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential for denial of service.
How do I fix CVE-2008-4403?
To fix CVE-2008-4403, you should update Trend Micro OfficeScan to build 2439 or later for 8.0 SP1 and apply Patch 1.
What does CVE-2008-4403 affect?
CVE-2008-4403 affects Trend Micro OfficeScan 8.0 SP1 before build 2439 and 8.0 SP1 Patch 1 before build 3087.
What type of attack does CVE-2008-4403 involve?
CVE-2008-4403 involves a denial of service attack through crafted HTTP headers causing a NULL pointer dereference.
When was CVE-2008-4403 discovered?
CVE-2008-4403 was publicly disclosed in 2008.
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