Vulnerability Description
Buffer overflow in InspIRCd before 1.1.18, when using the namesx and uhnames modules, allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (daemon crash) via a large number of channel users with crafted nicknames, idents, and long hostnames.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Inspircd | Inspircd | <= 1.1.17 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://secunia.com/advisories/29610Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/30163
- http://security.gentoo.org/glsa/glsa-200805-08.xml
- http://www.inspircd.org/bugtrack/view_bug.php?bug_id=438
- http://www.inspircd.org/forum/showthread.php?t=2945
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2008/04/22/3
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/28506
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2008/1041/references
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/41543
- http://secunia.com/advisories/29610Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/30163
- http://security.gentoo.org/glsa/glsa-200805-08.xml
- http://www.inspircd.org/bugtrack/view_bug.php?bug_id=438
- http://www.inspircd.org/forum/showthread.php?t=2945
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2008/04/22/3
FAQ
What is CVE-2008-1925?
CVE-2008-1925 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.0 (MEDIUM). Buffer overflow in InspIRCd before 1.1.18, when using the namesx and uhnames modules, allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (daemon crash) via a large number of channel users with craft...
How severe is CVE-2008-1925?
CVE-2008-1925 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-2008-1925?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Inspircd Inspircd.