CVE-2013-1462: High severity Miniupnp Project Miniupnpd vulnerability
Integer signedness error in the ExecuteSoapAction function in the SOAPAction handler in the HTTP service in MiniUPnP MiniUPnPd 1.0 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (incorrect memory copy) via a SOAPAction header that lacks a " (double quote) character, a different vulnerability than CVE-2013-0230.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2013-1462?
CVE-2013-1462 has a high severity due to its potential to cause denial of service.
How do I fix CVE-2013-1462?
To fix CVE-2013-1462, upgrade MiniUPnPd to a later version that addresses this vulnerability.
Which versions of MiniUPnP are affected by CVE-2013-1462?
CVE-2013-1462 specifically affects MiniUPnPd version 1.0.
What type of attack does CVE-2013-1462 facilitate?
CVE-2013-1462 allows remote attackers to execute a denial of service attack through a malformed SOAPAction header.
Can CVE-2013-1462 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2013-1462 can be exploited remotely by sending specially crafted requests to vulnerable systems.