Vulnerability Description
Timbuktu Pro 8.6.5 for Windows, and possibly 8.7 for Mac OS X, does not perform input validation before logging information fields taken from packets from a remote peer, which allows remote attackers to generate crafted log entries, and possibly avoid detection of attacks, via modified (1) computer name, (2) user name, and (3) IP address fields.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Netopia | Timbuktu Pro | 8.6.5 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://secunia.com/advisories/29316Vendor Advisory
- http://securityreason.com/securityalert/3742
- http://www.coresecurity.com/?action=item&id=2166
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/489414/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/28081Exploit
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/41330
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/5238
- http://secunia.com/advisories/29316Vendor Advisory
- http://securityreason.com/securityalert/3742
- http://www.coresecurity.com/?action=item&id=2166
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/489414/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/28081Exploit
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/41330
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/5238
FAQ
What is CVE-2008-1118?
CVE-2008-1118 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.5 (HIGH). Timbuktu Pro 8.6.5 for Windows, and possibly 8.7 for Mac OS X, does not perform input validation before logging information fields taken from packets from a remote peer, which allows remote attackers ...
How severe is CVE-2008-1118?
CVE-2008-1118 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2008-1118?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Netopia Timbuktu Pro.