CVE-2008-6712: Null Pointer Dereference
First published: Fri Apr 10 2009(Updated: )
The HTTP/XML-RPC service in Crysis 1.21 (game version 1.1.1.6156) and earlier allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) via a long HTTP request, which triggers a NULL pointer dereference.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Crysis | =1.1 | |
| Crysis | <=1.21 | |
| Crysis | =1.2 |
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Reference Links
- http://aluigi.org/poc/dontcrysis.txt
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/29759
- http://secunia.com/advisories/30675
- http://osvdb.org/46261
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/fulldisclosure/2008-06/0211.html
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/43126
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/493385/100/0/threaded
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2008-6712?
CVE-2008-6712 is classified as a denial of service vulnerability, which can lead to the crashing of the Crysis game.
How do I fix CVE-2008-6712?
To mitigate CVE-2008-6712, it is recommended to upgrade to Crysis version 1.21 or later.
What causes the CVE-2008-6712 vulnerability?
CVE-2008-6712 is caused by a NULL pointer dereference triggered by a long HTTP request to the HTTP/XML-RPC service.
Which versions of Crysis are affected by CVE-2008-6712?
CVE-2008-6712 affects Crysis versions up to 1.21 and includes game version 1.1.1.6156 and earlier.
Can CVE-2008-6712 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2008-6712 can be exploited remotely by attackers sending specially crafted HTTP requests to the vulnerable service.
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