Vulnerability Description
The fs_data_put_str function in ntfs.c in fls in Brian Carrier The Sleuth Kit (TSK) before 2.09 does not validate a certain length value, which allows user-assisted remote attackers to cause a denial of service (application crash) and prevent examination of certain NTFS files via a malformed NTFS image, which triggers a buffer over-read.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Brian Carrier | The Slueth Kit | <= 2.08 |
References
- http://osvdb.org/46998
- http://sourceforge.net/mailarchive/message.php?msg_name=A19F11EF-13CA-4940-AFF3-Patch
- http://www.isecpartners.com/files/iSEC-Breaking_Forensics_Software-Paper.v1_1.BH
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/474809/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/475335/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/25181Patch
- http://osvdb.org/46998
- http://sourceforge.net/mailarchive/message.php?msg_name=A19F11EF-13CA-4940-AFF3-Patch
- http://www.isecpartners.com/files/iSEC-Breaking_Forensics_Software-Paper.v1_1.BH
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/474809/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/475335/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/25181Patch
FAQ
What is CVE-2007-4198?
CVE-2007-4198 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.3 (MEDIUM). The fs_data_put_str function in ntfs.c in fls in Brian Carrier The Sleuth Kit (TSK) before 2.09 does not validate a certain length value, which allows user-assisted remote attackers to cause a denial ...
How severe is CVE-2007-4198?
CVE-2007-4198 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-2007-4198?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Brian Carrier The Slueth Kit.