Vulnerability Description
connections.c in lighttpd before 1.4.16 might accept more connections than the configured maximum, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (failed assertion) via a large number of connection attempts.
CVSS Score
4.3
MEDIUM
AV:N/AC:M/Au:N/C:N/I:N/A:P
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Lighttpd | Lighttpd | <= 1.4.15 |
References
- http://osvdb.org/38312
- http://secunia.com/advisories/26130PatchVendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/26158Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/26505
- http://secunia.com/advisories/31104
- http://security.gentoo.org/glsa/glsa-200708-11.xml
- http://trac.lighttpd.net/trac/changeset/1873
- http://trac.lighttpd.net/trac/ticket/1216
- http://www.debian.org/security/2008/dsa-1609
- http://www.novell.com/linux/security/advisories/2007_15_sr.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/474131/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/24967
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2007/2585
- http://osvdb.org/38312
- http://secunia.com/advisories/26130PatchVendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2007-3948?
CVE-2007-3948 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.3 (MEDIUM). connections.c in lighttpd before 1.4.16 might accept more connections than the configured maximum, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (failed assertion) via a large number of c...
How severe is CVE-2007-3948?
CVE-2007-3948 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 4.3/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2007-3948?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Lighttpd Lighttpd.