CVE-2010-3302: Buffer Overflow
Published Oct 5, 2010
·Updated
Buffer overflow in programs/pluto/xauth.c in the client in Openswan 2.6.25 through 2.6.28 might allow remote authenticated gateways to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service via long (1) ciscodnsinfo or (2) ciscodomaininfo data in a packet.
Affected Software
4 affected components
Xelerance Openswan=2.6.25
Xelerance Openswan=2.6.26
Xelerance Openswan=2.6.27
Xelerance Openswan=2.6.28
Remediation
Event History
Oct 5, 2010
CVE Published
via MITRE·09:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·09:00 PM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2010-3302?
CVE-2010-3302 has a high severity rating due to its potential to allow remote code execution.
2
What versions of Openswan are affected by CVE-2010-3302?
Openswan versions 2.6.25 through 2.6.28 are affected by CVE-2010-3302.
3
How do I fix CVE-2010-3302?
To fix CVE-2010-3302, upgrade to a version of Openswan that is not vulnerable, such as version 2.6.29 or later.
4
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2010-3302?
CVE-2010-3302 is a buffer overflow vulnerability that can lead to arbitrary code execution.
5
Can CVE-2010-3302 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2010-3302 can be exploited remotely by sending specially crafted packets to an affected Openswan installation.