Vulnerability Description
Novell eDirectory 8.7.3 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (application crash) via a URL containing an MS-DOS device name such as AUX, CON, PRN, COM1, or LPT1.
CVSS Score
5.0
MEDIUM
AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:N/I:N/A:P
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Novell | Edirectory | 8.7.3 |
References
- http://lists.grok.org.uk/pipermail/full-disclosure/2005-June/034536.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/15676
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1014177
- http://support.novell.com/cgi-bin/search/searchtid.cgi?/10097766.htm
- http://www.cirt.dk/advisories/cirt-33-advisory.pdfVendor Advisory
- http://lists.grok.org.uk/pipermail/full-disclosure/2005-June/034536.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/15676
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1014177
- http://support.novell.com/cgi-bin/search/searchtid.cgi?/10097766.htm
- http://www.cirt.dk/advisories/cirt-33-advisory.pdfVendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2005-1729?
CVE-2005-1729 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.0 (MEDIUM). Novell eDirectory 8.7.3 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (application crash) via a URL containing an MS-DOS device name such as AUX, CON, PRN, COM1, or LPT1.
How severe is CVE-2005-1729?
CVE-2005-1729 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.0/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2005-1729?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Novell Edirectory.