RHSA-2007:0913: Important: nfs-utils-lib security update
First published: Wed Sep 19 2007(Updated: )
The nfs-utils-lib package contains support libraries that are needed by the<br>commands and daemons of the nfs-utils package.<br>Tenable Network Security discovered a stack buffer overflow flaw in the RPC<br>library used by nfs-utils-lib. A remote unauthenticated attacker who can<br>access an application linked against nfs-utils-lib could trigger this flaw<br>and cause the application to crash. On Red Hat Enterprise Linux 4 it is not<br>possible to exploit this flaw to run arbitrary code as the overflow is<br>blocked by FORTIFY_SOURCE. (CVE-2007-3999)<br>Users of nfs-utils-lib are advised to upgrade to this updated package,<br>which contains a backported patch that resolves this issue.
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Red Hat NFS Utils Lib |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of RHSA-2007:0913?
The severity of RHSA-2007:0913 is classified as important.
How do I fix RHSA-2007:0913?
To fix RHSA-2007:0913, update the nfs-utils-lib package to the latest version provided by Red Hat.
What systems are affected by RHSA-2007:0913?
RHSA-2007:0913 affects systems that use the nfs-utils-lib package.
What type of vulnerability is associated with RHSA-2007:0913?
RHSA-2007:0913 is associated with a stack buffer overflow vulnerability in the RPC library.
Can an attacker exploit RHSA-2007:0913 remotely?
Yes, a remote unauthenticated attacker can exploit RHSA-2007:0913 if they gain access to an affected system.
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