CVE-2012-2624: Buffer Overflow

Published Sep 23, 2013

Updated

Stack-based buffer overflow in Logica HotScan allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) via a crafted packet.

Affected Software

1 affected component

CGI Hotscan

Event History

Sep 23, 2013

CVE Published

via MITRE·08:00 PM

Data Sourced

via MITRE·08:00 PM

Description

Frequently Asked Questions

What does an attacker need to exploit this issue?

An attacker needs network access to send a crafted packet to the vulnerable Logica HotScan service. No authentication is required according to the provided attack vector.

What is the expected impact of successful exploitation?

Successful exploitation can cause a denial of service by crashing the affected service. The provided impact metrics indicate availability impact only, with no stated confidentiality or integrity impact.

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