CVE-2010-4840: Buffer Overflow
First published: Tue Sep 27 2011(Updated: )
Multiple buffer overflows in the Syslog server in ManageEngine EventLog Analyzer 6.1 allow remote attackers to cause a denial of service (SysEvttCol.exe process crash) or possibly execute arbitrary code via a long Syslog PRI message header to UDP port (1) 513 or (2) 514. Fixed in 7.2 Build 7020.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| ManageEngine EventLog Analyzer | =6.1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2010-4840?
CVE-2010-4840 has a high severity rating due to its potential for allowing remote code execution and denial of service.
How do I fix CVE-2010-4840?
To fix CVE-2010-4840, upgrade to ManageEngine EventLog Analyzer version 7.2 Build 7020 or later.
What vulnerabilities does CVE-2010-4840 exploit?
CVE-2010-4840 exploits multiple buffer overflow vulnerabilities in the Syslog server of ManageEngine EventLog Analyzer.
Can CVE-2010-4840 lead to data breaches?
Yes, CVE-2010-4840 can potentially lead to data breaches through remote code execution.
What are the affected ports in CVE-2010-4840?
CVE-2010-4840 affects UDP ports 513 and 514.
- agent/type
- agent/softwarecombine
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- source/MITRE
- agent/severity
- agent/weakness
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- agent/author
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- agent/first-publish-date
- agent/description
- agent/event
- agent/source
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- collector/nvd-index
- agent/software-canonical-lookup-request
- collector/nvd-historical
- vendor/manageengine
- canonical/manageengine eventlog analyzer
- version/manageengine eventlog analyzer/6.1