CVE-2013-4258
First published: Wed Oct 09 2013(Updated: )
Format string vulnerability in the osLogMsg function in server/os/aulog.c in Network Audio System (NAS) 1.9.3 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) and possibly execute arbitrary code via format string specifiers in unspecified vectors, related to syslog.
Credit: secalert@redhat.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| radscan Network Audio System | =1.9.3 |
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Reference Links
- http://radscan.com/pipermail/nas/2013-August/001270.html
- http://radscan.com/pipermail/nas/2013-August/001277.html
- http://sourceforge.net/mailarchive/forum.php?thread_name=E1Rp1rP-00038Z-VJ%40sfp-svn-6.v30.ch3.sourceforge.com&forum_name=nas-commits
- http://www.debian.org/security/2013/dsa-2771
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2013/08/16/2
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2013/08/19/3
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/61852
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2013-4258?
CVE-2013-4258 is classified as a moderate severity vulnerability due to its potential to cause denial of service and arbitrary code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2013-4258?
To mitigate CVE-2013-4258, users should upgrade to the latest version of Network Audio System beyond 1.9.3 where the vulnerability is patched.
What systems are affected by CVE-2013-4258?
CVE-2013-4258 affects version 1.9.3 of the Network Audio System software.
Can CVE-2013-4258 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2013-4258 can be exploited remotely as it involves a format string vulnerability in the osLogMsg function.
What are the potential impacts of CVE-2013-4258?
The potential impacts of CVE-2013-4258 include service crashes and the possibility of executing arbitrary code on the affected system.
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