Vulnerability Description
The tvb_get_nstringz0 function in Ethereal 0.9.12 and earlier does not properly handle a zero-length buffer size, with unknown consequences.
CVSS Score
10.0
HIGH
AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:C/I:C/A:C
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Ethereal Group | Ethereal | <= 0.9.12 |
References
- ftp://ftp.sco.com/pub/security/OpenLinux/CSSA-2003-030.0.txt
- http://distro.conectiva.com.br/atualizacoes/?id=a&anuncio=000662
- http://secunia.com/advisories/9007
- http://www.debian.org/security/2003/dsa-324PatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.ethereal.com/appnotes/enpa-sa-00010.htmlPatchVendor AdvisoryURL Repurposed
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2003-077.html
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3
- ftp://ftp.sco.com/pub/security/OpenLinux/CSSA-2003-030.0.txt
- http://distro.conectiva.com.br/atualizacoes/?id=a&anuncio=000662
- http://secunia.com/advisories/9007
- http://www.debian.org/security/2003/dsa-324PatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.ethereal.com/appnotes/enpa-sa-00010.htmlPatchVendor AdvisoryURL Repurposed
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2003-077.html
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3
FAQ
What is CVE-2003-0431?
CVE-2003-0431 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 10.0 (HIGH). The tvb_get_nstringz0 function in Ethereal 0.9.12 and earlier does not properly handle a zero-length buffer size, with unknown consequences.
How severe is CVE-2003-0431?
CVE-2003-0431 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 10.0/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2003-0431?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Ethereal Group Ethereal.