CVE-2009-0363: Buffer Overflow

Published Feb 17, 2009
·
Updated

Multiple buffer overflows in (a) BarnOwl before 1.0.5 and (b) owl 2.1.11 allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via vectors involving (1) a crafted zcrypt message, related to zcrypt.c; (2) a reply command on a message with a Zephyr Cc: list, related to zwrite.c; and unspecified other use of the products.

Affected Software

8 affected components
BarnOwl BarnOwl=1.0.2.1
BarnOwl BarnOwl=1.0.3
BarnOwl BarnOwl<=1.0.4.1
BarnOwl BarnOwl=1.0.0
BarnOwl BarnOwl=1.0.4
BarnOwl BarnOwl=1.0.2
BarnOwl BarnOwl=1.0.1
Ktools Owl=2.1.11

Event History

Feb 17, 2009
CVE Published
via MITRE·05:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·05:00 PM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·05:30 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2009-0363?

CVE-2009-0363 has a high severity due to the potential for remote attackers to execute arbitrary code.

2

How do I fix CVE-2009-0363?

To fix CVE-2009-0363, upgrade BarnOwl to version 1.0.5 or later and Owl to version 2.1.12 or later.

3

What software is affected by CVE-2009-0363?

CVE-2009-0363 affects BarnOwl versions before 1.0.5 and Owl version 2.1.11.

4

Can CVE-2009-0363 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2009-0363 can be exploited remotely through crafted messages and commands.

5

What are the attack vectors for CVE-2009-0363?

Attack vectors for CVE-2009-0363 include a crafted zcrypt message and a reply command on a message with a Zephyr Cc: list.

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