Vulnerability Description
Multiple buffer overflows in Openwsman 1.2.0 and 2.0.0 allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted "Authorization: Basic" HTTP header.
CVSS Score
7.5
HIGH
AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:P/I:P/A:P
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Openwsman | Openwsman | 1.2.0 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2008-08/msg00003.html
- http://lists.vmware.com/pipermail/security-announce/2008/000034.html
- http://secunia.com/advisories/31410
- http://secunia.com/advisories/31429
- http://secunia.com/advisories/31942
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/496528/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/30694
- http://www.vmware.com/security/advisories/VMSA-2008-0015.html
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2008/2397
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2008/2624
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/44481
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/44484
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2008-08/msg00003.html
- http://lists.vmware.com/pipermail/security-announce/2008/000034.html
- http://secunia.com/advisories/31410
FAQ
What is CVE-2008-2234?
CVE-2008-2234 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.5 (HIGH). Multiple buffer overflows in Openwsman 1.2.0 and 2.0.0 allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted "Authorization: Basic" HTTP header.
How severe is CVE-2008-2234?
CVE-2008-2234 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-2008-2234?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Openwsman Openwsman.