CVE-2012-2657: Buffer Overflow

Published Aug 31, 2012
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Updated

DISPUTED Buffer overflow in the SQLDriverConnect function in unixODBC 2.0.10, 2.3.1, and earlier allows local users to cause a denial of service (crash) via a long string in the FILEDSN option. NOTE: this issue might not be a vulnerability, since the ability to set this option typically implies that the attacker already has legitimate access to cause a DoS or execute code, and therefore the issue would not cross privilege boundaries. There may be limited attack scenarios if isql command-line options are exposed to an attacker, although it seems likely that other, more serious issues would also be exposed, and this issue might not cross privilege boundaries in that context.

Affected Software

3 affected components
unixODBC unixODBC<=2.3.1
unixODBC unixODBC=2.0.10
unixODBC unixODBC=2.3.0

Event History

Aug 31, 2012
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Description
Disputed
06:55 PM
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2012-2657?

CVE-2012-2657 is classified as a potential denial of service vulnerability due to a buffer overflow issue.

2

How do I fix CVE-2012-2657?

To fix CVE-2012-2657, it is recommended to upgrade to a version of unixODBC later than 2.3.1.

3

What versions of unixODBC are affected by CVE-2012-2657?

CVE-2012-2657 affects unixODBC versions 2.0.10, 2.3.0, and 2.3.1 and earlier.

4

Is CVE-2012-2657 a confirmed vulnerability?

CVE-2012-2657 is disputed and may not be a confirmed vulnerability based on its context.

5

Can local users exploit CVE-2012-2657?

Yes, local users can exploit CVE-2012-2657 to cause a denial of service by using a long string in the FILEDSN option.

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