CVE-2008-4541: Buffer Overflow
First published: Mon Oct 13 2008(Updated: )
Heap-based buffer overflow in the FTP subsystem in Sun Java System Web Proxy Server 4.0 through 4.0.7 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted HTTP GET request.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Oracle Sun Java System Web Proxy Server | =4.0 | |
| Oracle Sun Java System Web Proxy Server | =4.0-sp1 | |
| Oracle Sun Java System Web Proxy Server | =4.0.1 | |
| Oracle Sun Java System Web Proxy Server | =4.0.1-sp1 | |
| Oracle Sun Java System Web Proxy Server | =4.0.1-sp2 | |
| Oracle Sun Java System Web Proxy Server | =4.0.1-sp3 | |
| Oracle Sun Java System Web Proxy Server | =4.0.1-sp4 | |
| Oracle Sun Java System Web Proxy Server | =4.0.1-sp5 | |
| Oracle Sun Java System Web Proxy Server | =4.0.1-sp6 | |
| Oracle Sun Java System Web Proxy Server | =4.0.2 | |
| Oracle Sun Java System Web Proxy Server | =4.0.2-sp1 | |
| Oracle Sun Java System Web Proxy Server | =4.0.2-sp2 | |
| Oracle Sun Java System Web Proxy Server | =4.0.2-sp3 | |
| Oracle Sun Java System Web Proxy Server | =4.0.2-sp4 | |
| Oracle Sun Java System Web Proxy Server | =4.0.2-sp5 | |
| Oracle Sun Java System Web Proxy Server | =4.0.2-sp6 | |
| Oracle Sun Java System Web Proxy Server | =4.0.3 | |
| Oracle Sun Java System Web Proxy Server | =4.0.3-sp1 | |
| Oracle Sun Java System Web Proxy Server | =4.0.3-sp2 | |
| Oracle Sun Java System Web Proxy Server | =4.0.3-sp3 | |
| Oracle Sun Java System Web Proxy Server | =4.0.3-sp4 | |
| Oracle Sun Java System Web Proxy Server | =4.0.3-sp5 | |
| Oracle Sun Java System Web Proxy Server | =4.0.3-sp6 | |
| Oracle Sun Java System Web Proxy Server | =4.0.4 | |
| Oracle Sun Java System Web Proxy Server | =4.0.4-sp1 | |
| Oracle Sun Java System Web Proxy Server | =4.0.4-sp2 | |
| Oracle Sun Java System Web Proxy Server | =4.0.4-sp3 | |
| Oracle Sun Java System Web Proxy Server | =4.0.4-sp4 | |
| Oracle Sun Java System Web Proxy Server | =4.0.4-sp5 | |
| Oracle Sun Java System Web Proxy Server | =4.0.4-sp6 | |
| Oracle Sun Java System Web Proxy Server | =4.0.5 | |
| Oracle Sun Java System Web Proxy Server | =4.0.5-sp1 | |
| Oracle Sun Java System Web Proxy Server | =4.0.5-sp2 | |
| Oracle Sun Java System Web Proxy Server | =4.0.5-sp3 | |
| Oracle Sun Java System Web Proxy Server | =4.0.5-sp4 | |
| Oracle Sun Java System Web Proxy Server | =4.0.5-sp5 | |
| Oracle Sun Java System Web Proxy Server | =4.0.5-sp6 | |
| Oracle Sun Java System Web Proxy Server | =4.0.6 | |
| Oracle Sun Java System Web Proxy Server | =4.0.6 | |
| Oracle Sun Java System Web Proxy Server | =4.0.6 | |
| Oracle Sun Java System Web Proxy Server | =4.0.6 | |
| Oracle Sun Java System Web Proxy Server | =4.0.6 | |
| Oracle Sun Java System Web Proxy Server | =4.0.7 | |
| Oracle Sun Java System Web Proxy Server | =4.0.7 | |
| Oracle Sun Java System Web Proxy Server | =4.0.7 | |
| Oracle Sun Java System Web Proxy Server | =4.0.7 | |
| Oracle Sun Java System Web Proxy Server | =4.0.7 | |
| Oracle Sun Java System Web Proxy Server | =4.0.7 |
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Reference Links
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/31691
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1021038
- http://sunsolve.sun.com/search/document.do?assetkey=1-26-242986-1
- http://secunia.com/advisories/32227
- http://labs.idefense.com/intelligence/vulnerabilities/display.php?id=747
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2008/2781
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/45782
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2008-4541?
CVE-2008-4541 has been assigned a high severity rating due to its ability to allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code.
How do I fix CVE-2008-4541?
To fix CVE-2008-4541, upgrade to a patched version of Sun Java System Web Proxy Server that addresses the vulnerability.
Which versions of Sun Java System Web Proxy Server are affected by CVE-2008-4541?
CVE-2008-4541 affects versions 4.0 through 4.0.7 of Sun Java System Web Proxy Server.
What type of attack can exploit CVE-2008-4541?
CVE-2008-4541 can be exploited via a crafted HTTP GET request, leading to a heap-based buffer overflow.
Is this vulnerability specific to any operating system?
CVE-2008-4541 affects multiple operating systems including Windows, Linux, and HP-UX where Sun Java System Web Proxy Server is deployed.
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