CWE
119
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2008-6563: Buffer Overflow

First published: Tue Mar 31 2009(Updated: )

Buffer overflow in the XML parser in Trillian 3.1.9.0, and possibly earlier, allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) and possibly execute arbitrary code via a crafted DTD file.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Ceruleanstudios Trillian=3.1.9.0
Ceruleanstudios Trillian=3.1.9.0
Ceruleanstudios Trillian=3.1.9.0

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2008-6563?

    CVE-2008-6563 has a high severity rating due to its potential to cause a denial of service and execute arbitrary code.

  • How do I fix CVE-2008-6563?

    To fix CVE-2008-6563, upgrade to a patched version of Trillian that addresses the buffer overflow in the XML parser.

  • Which versions of Trillian are affected by CVE-2008-6563?

    CVE-2008-6563 affects Trillian version 3.1.9.0 and possibly earlier versions.

  • What type of attack does CVE-2008-6563 facilitate?

    CVE-2008-6563 facilitates remote denial of service attacks and potentially allows for arbitrary code execution.

  • Is there a workaround for CVE-2008-6563?

    No formal workaround for CVE-2008-6563 is known, so upgrading to a secure version is recommended.

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