CWE
190
Advisory Published
Updated

REDHAT-BUG-664986: Integer Overflow

First published: Wed Dec 22 2010(Updated: )

An integer overflow, leading to array index error was found in the way USB CCID (Chip/Smart Card Interface Devices) driver processed certain values of card serial number. A local attacker could use this flaw to execute arbitrary code, with the privileges of the user running the pcscd daemon, via a malicious smart card with specially-crafted value of its serial number, inserted to the system USB port. References: [1] <a href="http://labs.mwrinfosecurity.com/files/Advisories/mwri_pcsc-libccid-buffer-overflow_2010-12-13.pdf">http://labs.mwrinfosecurity.com/files/Advisories/mwri_pcsc-libccid-buffer-overflow_2010-12-13.pdf</a> [2] <a href="http://bugs.debian.org/cgi-bin/bugreport.cgi?bug=607780">http://bugs.debian.org/cgi-bin/bugreport.cgi?bug=607780</a> Upstream changesets: [3] <a href="http://lists.alioth.debian.org/pipermail/pcsclite-cvs-commit/2010-November/004934.html">http://lists.alioth.debian.org/pipermail/pcsclite-cvs-commit/2010-November/004934.html</a> [4] <a href="http://lists.alioth.debian.org/pipermail/pcsclite-cvs-commit/2010-November/004935.html">http://lists.alioth.debian.org/pipermail/pcsclite-cvs-commit/2010-November/004935.html</a>

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
PCSC-lite

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of REDHAT-BUG-664986?

    The severity of REDHAT-BUG-664986 is critical due to the potential for arbitrary code execution.

  • How do I fix REDHAT-BUG-664986?

    To fix REDHAT-BUG-664986, update the pcscd daemon and related packages to the latest version provided by your distribution.

  • What causes the vulnerability in REDHAT-BUG-664986?

    REDHAT-BUG-664986 is caused by an integer overflow leading to an array index error in the USB CCID driver.

  • Who is affected by REDHAT-BUG-664986?

    Users running the pcscd daemon, especially those using certain versions of the pcsc-lite package, are affected by REDHAT-BUG-664986.

  • Can REDHAT-BUG-664986 be exploited remotely?

    No, REDHAT-BUG-664986 requires local access for exploitation since it involves the privileges of the user running the pcscd daemon.

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