CVE-2015-5718: Buffer Overflow

Published Aug 12, 2015
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Updated

Stack-based buffer overflow in the handledebugnetwork function in the manager in Websense Content Gateway before 8.0.0 HF02 allows remote administrators to cause a denial of service (crash) via a crafted diagnostic command line request to submitnetdebug.cgi.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Websense Content Gateway=8.0.0

Event History

Aug 12, 2015
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:00 PM
Description

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2015-5718?

CVE-2015-5718 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to cause denial of service.

2

How do I fix CVE-2015-5718?

To fix CVE-2015-5718, upgrade Websense Content Gateway to version 8.0.0 HF02 or later.

3

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2015-5718?

CVE-2015-5718 is a stack-based buffer overflow vulnerability affecting Websense Content Gateway.

4

What software versions are affected by CVE-2015-5718?

CVE-2015-5718 affects Websense Content Gateway versions prior to 8.0.0 HF02.

5

What can be exploited through CVE-2015-5718?

CVE-2015-5718 can be exploited by remote administrators who send crafted diagnostic commands to crash the service.

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