CVE-2009-3088: Buffer Overflow

Published Sep 8, 2009
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Updated

Heap-based buffer overflow in ibmdiradm in IBM Tivoli Directory Server (TDS) 6.0 on Linux allows remote attackers to have an unspecified impact via unknown vectors that trigger heap corruption, as demonstrated by a certain module in VulnDisco Pack Professional 8.11. NOTE: as of 20090903, this disclosure has no actionable information. However, because the VulnDisco Pack author is a reliable researcher, the issue is being assigned a CVE identifier for tracking purposes.

Affected Software

2 affected components
Linux Linux kernel
IBM Tivoli Directory Server=6.0

Event History

Sep 8, 2009
CVE Published
via MITRE·06:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·06:00 PM
Description
Data Sourced
06:30 PM
DescriptionWeaknessAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2009-3088?

CVE-2009-3088 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to the potential for remote code execution resulting from heap-based buffer overflow.

2

How do I fix CVE-2009-3088?

To mitigate CVE-2009-3088, upgrade to a patched version of IBM Tivoli Directory Server that addresses the heap overflow issue.

3

What systems are affected by CVE-2009-3088?

CVE-2009-3088 specifically affects IBM Tivoli Directory Server version 6.0 running on Linux.

4

What types of attacks are possible with CVE-2009-3088?

CVE-2009-3088 may allow attackers to cause heap corruption, potentially leading to arbitrary code execution or system crashes.

5

Is there a known exploit for CVE-2009-3088?

Yes, some exploits demonstrating the vulnerability of CVE-2009-3088 have been made public, leveraging heap-based buffer overflows.

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