Vulnerability Description
Stack-based buffer overflow in the Apache Connector (mod_wl) in Oracle WebLogic Server (formerly BEA WebLogic Server) 10.3 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long HTTP version string, as demonstrated by a string after "POST /.jsp" in an HTTP request.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Bea | Weblogic Server | 3.1.8 |
| Bea Systems | Apache Connector In Weblogic Server | All versions |
| Bea Systems | Weblogic Server | 10.0_mp1 |
| Oracle | Weblogic Server | <= 10.3 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://blogs.oracle.com/security/2008/07/security_alert_for_cve-2008-3257_releas
- http://secunia.com/advisories/31146Vendor Advisory
- http://www.attrition.org/pipermail/vim/2008-July/002035.html
- http://www.attrition.org/pipermail/vim/2008-July/002036.html
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/716387US Government Resource
- http://www.oracle.com/technology/deploy/security/alerts/alert_cve2008-3257.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/30273
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1020520
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2008/2145/references
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/43885
- https://support.bea.com/application_content/product_portlets/securityadvisories/
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/6089
- http://blogs.oracle.com/security/2008/07/security_alert_for_cve-2008-3257_releas
- http://secunia.com/advisories/31146Vendor Advisory
- http://www.attrition.org/pipermail/vim/2008-July/002035.html
FAQ
What is CVE-2008-3257?
CVE-2008-3257 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 10.0 (HIGH). Stack-based buffer overflow in the Apache Connector (mod_wl) in Oracle WebLogic Server (formerly BEA WebLogic Server) 10.3 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long HTTP...
How severe is CVE-2008-3257?
CVE-2008-3257 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 10.0/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2008-3257?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Bea Weblogic Server, Bea Systems Apache Connector In Weblogic Server, Bea Systems Weblogic Server, Oracle Weblogic Server.