Vulnerability Description
Stack-based buffer overflow in the reply_netbios_packet function in nmbd/nmbd_packets.c in nmbd in Samba 3.0.0 through 3.0.26a, when operating as a WINS server, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via crafted WINS Name Registration requests followed by a WINS Name Query request.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Samba | Samba | 3.0.0 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://docs.info.apple.com/article.html?artnum=307179
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2007/Dec/msg00002.html
- http://lists.vmware.com/pipermail/security-announce/2008/000002.html
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=120524782005154&w=2
- http://secunia.com/advisories/27450Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/27679
- http://secunia.com/advisories/27682
- http://secunia.com/advisories/27691
- http://secunia.com/advisories/27701
- http://secunia.com/advisories/27720
- http://secunia.com/advisories/27731
- http://secunia.com/advisories/27742
- http://secunia.com/advisories/27787
- http://secunia.com/advisories/27927
- http://secunia.com/advisories/28136
FAQ
What is CVE-2007-5398?
CVE-2007-5398 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.3 (HIGH). Stack-based buffer overflow in the reply_netbios_packet function in nmbd/nmbd_packets.c in nmbd in Samba 3.0.0 through 3.0.26a, when operating as a WINS server, allows remote attackers to execute arbi...
How severe is CVE-2007-5398?
CVE-2007-5398 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-2007-5398?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Samba Samba.