CVE-2010-2222: Null Pointer Dereference
First published: Wed Jun 16 2010(Updated: )
A vulnerability in Red Hat Directory Server and the 389 Directory Server was discovered. The code that parses the GER request (_ger_parse_control()) can dereference a NULL pointer. An unauthenticated user able to communicate with the Directory Server could use a crafted search query that would cause the Directory Server to crash. This issue has been assigned the name <a href="https://access.redhat.com/security/cve/CVE-2010-2222">CVE-2010-2222</a>.
Credit: secalert@redhat.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Redhat Directory Server | =8.0 | |
| Redhat 389 Directory Server |
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Reference Links
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=CVE-2010-2222
- https://access.redhat.com/security/cve/cve-2010-2222
- https://access.redhat.com/security/cve/CVE-2010-2222
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi/attachment.cgi?id=424540&action=diff
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi/attachment.cgi?id=424540&action=edit
- http://git.fedorahosted.org/git/?p=389/ds.git;a=commitdiff;h=78c50664d6#patch10
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi/show_bug.cgi?id=604783#c2
- http://git.fedorahosted.org/git/?p=389/ds.git;a=commitdiff;h=82625ebf67
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=604783
- https://www.cve.org/CVERecord?id=CVE-2010-2222 https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2010-2222
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2010-2222?
CVE-2010-2222 is a vulnerability in Red Hat Directory Server 8 and the 389 Directory Server that allows attackers to cause a denial of service (NULL pointer dereference) via a crafted search query.
How does CVE-2010-2222 affect Red Hat Directory Server?
CVE-2010-2222 affects Red Hat Directory Server 8.0.
How does CVE-2010-2222 affect 389 Directory Server?
CVE-2010-2222 affects 389 Directory Server.
What is the severity of CVE-2010-2222?
CVE-2010-2222 has a severity rating of high (7.5).
How can I fix CVE-2010-2222?
To fix CVE-2010-2222, it is recommended to apply the necessary patches provided by Red Hat or upgrade to a version that is not affected by this vulnerability.
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