Vulnerability Description
Format string vulnerability in the proto_item_set_text function in Ethereal 0.9.4 through 0.10.11, as used in multiple dissectors, allows remote attackers to write to arbitrary memory locations and gain privileges via a crafted AFP packet.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Ethereal Group | Ethereal | 0.9.4 |
References
- http://secunia.com/advisories/16225/
- http://secunia.com/advisories/17102
- http://www.debian.org/security/2005/dsa-853
- http://www.ethereal.com/appnotes/enpa-sa-00020.htmlPatchURL Repurposed
- http://www.gentoo.org/security/en/glsa/glsa-200507-27.xmlPatch
- http://www.idefense.com/application/poi/display?id=289&type=vulnerabilitiesVendor Advisory
- http://www.mandriva.com/security/advisories?name=MDKSA-2005:131PatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.novell.com/linux/security/advisories/2005_18_sr.html
- http://www.novell.com/linux/security/advisories/2005_19_sr.html
- http://www.redhat.com/archives/fedora-legacy-announce/2006-January/msg00003.html
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2005-687.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/14399
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3
- http://secunia.com/advisories/16225/
- http://secunia.com/advisories/17102
FAQ
What is CVE-2005-2367?
CVE-2005-2367 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.5 (HIGH). Format string vulnerability in the proto_item_set_text function in Ethereal 0.9.4 through 0.10.11, as used in multiple dissectors, allows remote attackers to write to arbitrary memory locations and ga...
How severe is CVE-2005-2367?
CVE-2005-2367 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2005-2367?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Ethereal Group Ethereal.