CVE-2008-5416: Buffer Overflow
First published: Wed Dec 10 2008(Updated: )
Heap-based buffer overflow in Microsoft SQL Server 2000 SP4, 8.00.2050, 8.00.2039, and earlier; SQL Server 2000 Desktop Engine (MSDE 2000) SP4; SQL Server 2005 SP2 and 9.00.1399.06; SQL Server 2000 Desktop Engine (WMSDE) on Windows Server 2003 SP1 and SP2; and Windows Internal Database (WYukon) SP2 allows remote authenticated users to cause a denial of service (access violation exception) or execute arbitrary code by calling the sp_replwritetovarbin extended stored procedure with a set of invalid parameters that trigger memory overwrite, aka "SQL Server sp_replwritetovarbin Limited Memory Overwrite Vulnerability."
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft SQL Server | =2000 | |
| Microsoft SQL Server | =2005 |
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Reference Links
- http://www.sec-consult.com/files/20081209_mssql-2000-sp_replwritetovarbin_memwrite.txt
- http://secunia.com/advisories/33034
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/32710
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1021363
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1021490
- http://www.microsoft.com/technet/security/advisory/961040.mspx
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/696644
- http://securityreason.com/securityalert/4706
- http://www.us-cert.gov/cas/techalerts/TA09-041A.html
- http://osvdb.org/50917
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/fulldisclosure/2008-12/0304.html
- http://support.avaya.com/elmodocs2/security/ASA-2009-055.htm
- http://www.vmware.com/security/advisories/VMSA-2011-0003.html
- http://www.vmware.com/support/vsphere4/doc/vsp_vc41_u1_rel_notes.html
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2008/3380
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/47182
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/7501
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A6217
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/516397/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/499085/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/499042/100/0/threaded
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2009/ms09-004
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2008-5416?
CVE-2008-5416 is rated as a high severity vulnerability due to potential remote code execution risks.
How do I fix CVE-2008-5416?
To fix CVE-2008-5416, apply the latest service pack or security updates for Microsoft SQL Server and MSDE.
Which versions of SQL Server are affected by CVE-2008-5416?
CVE-2008-5416 affects Microsoft SQL Server 2000, SQL Server 2005, and MSDE 2000 SP4.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2008-5416?
CVE-2008-5416 is a heap-based buffer overflow vulnerability that can lead to arbitrary code execution.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2008-5416?
A temporary workaround for CVE-2008-5416 includes disabling unnecessary services and securing the database configuration.
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