CVE-2012-0804: Buffer Overflow
First published: Mon Jan 23 2012(Updated: )
Heap-based buffer overflow in the proxy_connect function in src/client.c in CVS 1.11 and 1.12 allows remote HTTP proxy servers to cause a denial of service (crash) and possibly execute arbitrary code via a crafted HTTP response.
Credit: secalert@redhat.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Distrotech Cvs | =1.11 | |
| Distrotech Cvs | =1.12 |
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Reference Links
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi/show_bug.cgi?id=773699
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi/attachment.cgi?id=557095&action=diff
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi/attachment.cgi?id=557095&action=edit
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi/show_bug.cgi?id=787683
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi/attachment.cgi?id=559993&action=diff
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi/attachment.cgi?id=559993&action=edit
- https://rhn.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2012-0321.html
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=784141
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-updates/2012-02/msg00064.html
- http://rhn.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2012-0321.html
- http://secunia.com/advisories/47869
- http://secunia.com/advisories/48063
- http://secunia.com/advisories/48142
- http://secunia.com/advisories/48150
- http://ubuntu.com/usn/usn-1371-1
- http://www.debian.org/security/2012/dsa-2407
- http://www.mandriva.com/security/advisories?name=MDVSA-2012:044
- http://www.osvdb.org/78987
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/51943
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1026719
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/73097
- https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/201701-44
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2012-0804?
CVE-2012-0804 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to the potential for denial of service and arbitrary code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2012-0804?
To remediate CVE-2012-0804, upgrade to versions 1.11.23 or 1.12.13 of CVS which contain the necessary patches.
What software is affected by CVE-2012-0804?
CVE-2012-0804 affects CVS versions 1.11 and 1.12 specifically.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2012-0804?
CVE-2012-0804 is a heap-based buffer overflow vulnerability.
Can CVE-2012-0804 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2012-0804 can be exploited remotely by sending a crafted HTTP response through a proxy.
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