Vulnerability Description
HTTP File Server (HFS) before 2.2c, when account names are used as log filenames, allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (daemon crash) via a long account name.
CVSS Score
5.0
MEDIUM
AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:N/I:N/A:P
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Hfs | Http File Server | <= 2.2b |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://secunia.com/advisories/28631Vendor Advisory
- http://securityreason.com/securityalert/3581
- http://www.rejetto.com/hfs/?f=wn
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/486873/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/27423
- http://www.syhunt.com/advisories/hfs-1-log.txt
- http://www.syhunt.com/advisories/hfshack.txt
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/39875
- http://secunia.com/advisories/28631Vendor Advisory
- http://securityreason.com/securityalert/3581
- http://www.rejetto.com/hfs/?f=wn
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/486873/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/27423
- http://www.syhunt.com/advisories/hfs-1-log.txt
- http://www.syhunt.com/advisories/hfshack.txt
FAQ
What is CVE-2008-0406?
CVE-2008-0406 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.0 (MEDIUM). HTTP File Server (HFS) before 2.2c, when account names are used as log filenames, allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (daemon crash) via a long account name.
How severe is CVE-2008-0406?
CVE-2008-0406 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.0/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2008-0406?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Hfs Http File Server.