REDHAT-BUG-2423624: Buffer Overflow
A vulnerability was found in the ds-389-base server, specifically in the schema.c file which was then verified as exploitable in the running server. There is a heap buffer overflow that can be exploited to execute a DoS and potential RCE. The vulnerability is possible through the function schemaattrenumcallback, the code calculates size by summing the lengths of alias strings but fails to account for the formatting characters added during printing. It relies on a static "magic number" of 256 to absorb this overhead. When the number of aliases is large enough, the cumulative overhead of 3 bytes per alias exceeds the 256-byte margin, leading to a heap overflow.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of REDHAT-BUG-2423624?
The severity of REDHAT-BUG-2423624 is medium with a score of 4.
How do I fix REDHAT-BUG-2423624?
To fix REDHAT-BUG-2423624, apply the patches provided by Red Hat for the 389 Directory Server.
What type of vulnerability is REDHAT-BUG-2423624?
REDHAT-BUG-2423624 is a buffer overflow vulnerability affecting the Red Hat 389 Directory Server.
What impact does REDHAT-BUG-2423624 have?
REDHAT-BUG-2423624 can lead to a denial of service (DoS) and potentially remote code execution (RCE).
Which software is affected by REDHAT-BUG-2423624?
REDHAT-BUG-2423624 affects the Red Hat 389 Directory Server.