CVE-2014-9378: Input Validation
First published: Fri Dec 19 2014(Updated: )
Ettercap 0.8.1 does not validate certain return values, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) or possibly execute arbitrary code via a crafted (1) name to the parse_line function in mdns_spoof/mdns_spoof.c or (2) base64 encoded password to the dissector_imap function in dissectors/ec_imap.c.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Ettercap | =0.8.1 |
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Reference Links
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/534248/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/71695
- https://github.com/Ettercap/ettercap/pull/604
- https://github.com/Ettercap/ettercap/pull/610
- https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/201505-01
- https://www.obrela.com/home/security-labs/advisories/osi-advisory-osi-1402/
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2014-9378?
CVE-2014-9378 has been classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to cause denial of service and arbitrary code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2014-9378?
To fix CVE-2014-9378, users should upgrade to a more recent and patched version of Ettercap as version 0.8.1 is vulnerable.
What are the potential impacts of CVE-2014-9378?
The potential impacts of CVE-2014-9378 include denial of service, crashing the application, and potentially executing arbitrary code.
Which version of Ettercap is affected by CVE-2014-9378?
Ettercap version 0.8.1 is the only version affected by CVE-2014-9378.
Who can exploit CVE-2014-9378?
Remote attackers can exploit CVE-2014-9378 by sending crafted inputs to trigger the vulnerability.
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