CVE-2012-5961: Buffer Overflow
First published: Thu Jan 31 2013(Updated: )
Stack-based buffer overflow in the unique_service_name function in ssdp/ssdp_server.c in the SSDP parser in the portable SDK for UPnP Devices (aka libupnp, formerly the Intel SDK for UPnP devices) 1.3.1 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long UDN (aka device) field in a UDP packet.
Credit: cret@cert.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| libupnp | =1.3.1 |
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Reference Links
- http://pupnp.sourceforge.net/ChangeLog
- http://tools.cisco.com/security/center/content/CiscoSecurityAdvisory/cisco-sa-20130129-upnp
- http://tsd.dlink.com.tw/temp/PMD/12879/DSR-500_500N_1000_1000N_A1_Release_Notes_FW_v1.08B77_WW.pdf
- http://tsd.dlink.com.tw/temp/PMD/12960/DSR-150N_A2_Release_Notes_FW_v1.05B64_WW.pdf
- http://tsd.dlink.com.tw/temp/PMD/12966/DSR-150_A1_A2_Release_Notes_FW_v1.08B44_WW.pdf
- http://tsd.dlink.com.tw/temp/PMD/13039/DSR-250_250N_A1_A2_Release_Notes_FW_v1.08B44_WW_RU.pdf
- http://www.debian.org/security/2013/dsa-2614
- http://www.debian.org/security/2013/dsa-2615
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/922681
- http://www.mandriva.com/security/advisories?name=MDVSA-2013:098
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/57602
- https://community.rapid7.com/community/infosec/blog/2013/01/29/security-flaws-in-universal-plug-and-play-unplug-dont-play
- https://community.rapid7.com/servlet/JiveServlet/download/2150-1-16596/SecurityFlawsUPnP.pdf
- https://community.rapid7.com/servlet/servlet.FileDownload?file=00P1400000cCaFb
- https://wiki.mageia.org/en/Support/Advisories/MGASA-2013-0037
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2012-5961?
CVE-2012-5961 has a medium severity rating due to the potential for remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2012-5961?
To fix CVE-2012-5961, upgrade to libupnp version 1.6.6 or later, which addresses the vulnerability.
What causes CVE-2012-5961?
CVE-2012-5961 is caused by a stack-based buffer overflow in the unique_service_name function of the SSDP parser.
Who is affected by CVE-2012-5961?
CVE-2012-5961 affects users of libupnp version 1.3.1, particularly in UPnP devices.
Can CVE-2012-5961 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2012-5961 can be exploited remotely via a malformed UDP packet containing a long UDN.
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