CVE-2013-6075: Buffer Overflow

Published Nov 2, 2013
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Updated

The comparedn function in utils/identification.c in strongSwan 4.3.3 through 5.1.1 allows (1) remote attackers to cause a denial of service (out-of-bounds read, NULL pointer dereference, and daemon crash) or (2) remote authenticated users to impersonate arbitrary users and bypass access restrictions via a crafted IDDERASN1DN ID, related to an "insufficient length check" during identity comparison.

Affected Software

22 affected components
strongSwan Strongswan=4.3.3
strongSwan Strongswan=4.3.4
strongSwan Strongswan=4.3.5
strongSwan Strongswan=4.3.6
strongSwan Strongswan=4.3.7
strongSwan Strongswan=4.4.0
strongSwan Strongswan=4.4.1
strongSwan Strongswan=4.5.0
strongSwan Strongswan=4.5.1
strongSwan Strongswan=4.5.2
strongSwan Strongswan=4.5.3
strongSwan Strongswan=4.6.0
strongSwan Strongswan=4.6.1
strongSwan Strongswan=4.6.2
strongSwan Strongswan=4.6.3
strongSwan Strongswan=4.6.4
strongSwan Strongswan=5.0.0
strongSwan Strongswan=5.0.1
strongSwan Strongswan=5.0.2
strongSwan Strongswan=5.0.3
strongSwan Strongswan=5.0.4
strongSwan Strongswan=5.1.0

Event History

Nov 2, 2013
CVE Published
via MITRE·06:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·06:00 PM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2013-6075?

CVE-2013-6075 has been classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential for denial of service and user impersonation.

2

How do I fix CVE-2013-6075?

To address CVE-2013-6075, update your strongSwan installation to version 5.1.1 or later.

3

What systems are affected by CVE-2013-6075?

CVE-2013-6075 affects strongSwan versions ranging from 4.3.3 to 5.1.0.

4

Can CVE-2013-6075 lead to remote execution?

No, CVE-2013-6075 does not allow for remote code execution, but it can cause denial of service.

5

Who can exploit CVE-2013-6075?

CVE-2013-6075 can be exploited by remote attackers to cause a denial of service or by authenticated users to impersonate others.

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