CVE-2008-4478: Buffer Overflow
First published: Tue Oct 14 2008(Updated: )
Multiple integer overflows in dhost.exe in Novell eDirectory 8.8 before 8.8.3, and 8.73 before 8.7.3.10 ftf1, allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted (1) Content-Length header in a SOAP request or (2) Netware Core Protocol opcode 0x0F message, which triggers a heap-based buffer overflow.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Micro Focus NetIQ eDirectory | <=8.7.3.10 | |
| Micro Focus NetIQ eDirectory | =8.7 | |
| Micro Focus NetIQ eDirectory | =8.7.1 | |
| Micro Focus NetIQ eDirectory | =8.7.1-sp1 | |
| Micro Focus NetIQ eDirectory | =8.7.3 | |
| Micro Focus NetIQ eDirectory | =8.7.3.8 | |
| Micro Focus NetIQ eDirectory | =8.7.3.8_presp9 | |
| Micro Focus NetIQ eDirectory | =8.7.3.9 | |
| Micro Focus NetIQ eDirectory | =8.7.3.9 | |
| Micro Focus NetIQ eDirectory | =8.7.3.9 | |
| Micro Focus NetIQ eDirectory | =8.7.3.9 | |
| Micro Focus NetIQ eDirectory | =8.7.3.9 | |
| Micro Focus NetIQ eDirectory | =8.8 | |
| Micro Focus NetIQ eDirectory | =8.8 | |
| Micro Focus NetIQ eDirectory | =8.8 | |
| Micro Focus NetIQ eDirectory | =8.8 | |
| Micro Focus NetIQ eDirectory | =8.8 | |
| Micro Focus NetIQ eDirectory | =8.8.1 | |
| Micro Focus NetIQ eDirectory | =8.8.1 | |
| Micro Focus NetIQ eDirectory | =8.8.1 | |
| Micro Focus NetIQ eDirectory | =8.8.1 | |
| Micro Focus NetIQ eDirectory | =8.8.1 | |
| Micro Focus NetIQ eDirectory | =8.8.2 | |
| Micro Focus NetIQ eDirectory | =8.8.2 | |
| Micro Focus NetIQ eDirectory | =8.8.2 | |
| Micro Focus NetIQ eDirectory | =8.8.2 | |
| Micro Focus NetIQ eDirectory | =8.8.2 |
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Reference Links
- http://www.novell.com/support/php/search.do?cmd=displayKC&docType=kc&externalId=7001184&sliceId=1&docTypeID=DT_TID_1_1&dialogID=78066829&stateId=0%200%2078062953
- http://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-08-065
- http://www.novell.com/support/php/search.do?cmd=displayKC&docType=kc&externalId=7000087&sliceId=1&docTypeID=DT_TID_1_1&dialogID=78066829&stateId=0%200%2078062953
- http://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-08-063
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1020990
- http://support.novell.com/docs/Readmes/InfoDocument/patchbuilder/readme_5037180.html
- http://support.novell.com/docs/Readmes/InfoDocument/patchbuilder/readme_5037181.html
- http://secunia.com/advisories/32111
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1020989
- http://securityreason.com/securityalert/4406
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2008/2738
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/45628
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/497165/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/497163/100/0/threaded
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2008-4478?
CVE-2008-4478 has a high severity due to its potential to allow remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2008-4478?
To fix CVE-2008-4478, upgrade Novell eDirectory to version 8.8.3 or later.
What types of attacks can exploit CVE-2008-4478?
CVE-2008-4478 can be exploited through crafted SOAP requests or specific Netware Core Protocol messages.
Which versions of Novell eDirectory are affected by CVE-2008-4478?
CVE-2008-4478 affects Novell eDirectory versions 8.7.3.9 and earlier, and all versions prior to 8.8.3.
What are the potential consequences of exploiting CVE-2008-4478?
Exploiting CVE-2008-4478 can lead to arbitrary code execution on the affected system.
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