Vulnerability Description
The send_user_mode function in s_user.c in (1) Undernet ircu 2.10.12.12 and earlier, (2) snircd 1.3.4 and earlier, and unspecified other ircu derivatives allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (daemon crash) via a malformed MODE command.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Ircu | Ircu | <= 2.10.12.12 |
| Quakenet | Snircd | <= 1.3.4 |
References
- http://hg.quakenet.org/snircd/rev/2da2b881d9f5
- http://lists.grok.org.uk/pipermail/full-disclosure/2008-March/060906.htmlExploit
- http://osvdb.org/43613
- http://secunia.com/advisories/29481Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/29486Vendor Advisory
- http://securityreason.com/securityalert/3779
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/489990/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/28413
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1019687
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1019688
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2008/0977
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2008/0978
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/41397
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/41401
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/5306
FAQ
What is CVE-2008-1501?
CVE-2008-1501 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.0 (MEDIUM). The send_user_mode function in s_user.c in (1) Undernet ircu 2.10.12.12 and earlier, (2) snircd 1.3.4 and earlier, and unspecified other ircu derivatives allows remote attackers to cause a denial of s...
How severe is CVE-2008-1501?
CVE-2008-1501 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-2008-1501?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Ircu Ircu, Quakenet Snircd.