CVE-2008-7290
First published: Thu Apr 21 2011(Updated: )
Memory leak in the ldap_explode_rdn API function in IBM Tivoli Directory Server (TDS) 5.2 before 5.2.0.5-TIV-ITDS-LA0007 allows remote authenticated users to cause a denial of service (memory consumption) by making many function calls.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| IBM Tivoli Directory Server | =5.2.0 | |
| IBM Tivoli Directory Server | =5.2.0.4 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2008-7290?
CVE-2008-7290 is classified as a denial of service vulnerability due to memory consumption.
How do I fix CVE-2008-7290?
To fix CVE-2008-7290, upgrade IBM Tivoli Directory Server to version 5.2.0.5-TIV-ITDS-LA0007 or later.
What causes CVE-2008-7290?
CVE-2008-7290 is caused by a memory leak in the ldap_explode_rdn API function.
Who is affected by CVE-2008-7290?
CVE-2008-7290 affects remote authenticated users of IBM Tivoli Directory Server 5.2.0 and 5.2.0.4.
What are the potential impacts of CVE-2008-7290?
The potential impact of CVE-2008-7290 includes service disruption due to high memory consumption from repeated function calls.
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