Vulnerability Description
Format string vulnerability in the new_warning function in ntserv/warning.c for Netrek Vanilla Server 2.12.0, when EVENTLOG is enabled, allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) or execute arbitrary code via format string specifiers in the message handling.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Netrek | Netrek Vanilla Server | 2.12.0 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://aluigi.altervista.org/adv/netrekfs-adv.txtExploit
- http://secunia.com/advisories/24357Vendor Advisory
- http://sourceforge.net/project/shownotes.php?release_id=490561
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/461755/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/22786
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2007/0815
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/32777
- http://aluigi.altervista.org/adv/netrekfs-adv.txtExploit
- http://secunia.com/advisories/24357Vendor Advisory
- http://sourceforge.net/project/shownotes.php?release_id=490561
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/461755/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/22786
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2007/0815
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/32777
FAQ
What is CVE-2007-1251?
CVE-2007-1251 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.3 (HIGH). Format string vulnerability in the new_warning function in ntserv/warning.c for Netrek Vanilla Server 2.12.0, when EVENTLOG is enabled, allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) or ...
How severe is CVE-2007-1251?
CVE-2007-1251 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 9.3/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2007-1251?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Netrek Netrek Vanilla Server.