Vulnerability Description
OpenSSH before 5.1 sets the SO_REUSEADDR socket option when the X11UseLocalhost configuration setting is disabled, which allows local users on some platforms to hijack the X11 forwarding port via a bind to a single IP address, as demonstrated on the HP-UX platform.
CVSS Score
LOW
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Openbsd | Openssh | <= 5.0 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://openssh.com/security.html
- http://secunia.com/advisories/31179Vendor Advisory
- http://www.openssh.com/txt/release-5.1
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/30339
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1020537
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2008/2148
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/43940
- http://openssh.com/security.html
- http://secunia.com/advisories/31179Vendor Advisory
- http://www.openssh.com/txt/release-5.1
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/30339
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1020537
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2008/2148
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/43940
FAQ
What is CVE-2008-3259?
CVE-2008-3259 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 1.2 (LOW). OpenSSH before 5.1 sets the SO_REUSEADDR socket option when the X11UseLocalhost configuration setting is disabled, which allows local users on some platforms to hijack the X11 forwarding port via a bi...
How severe is CVE-2008-3259?
CVE-2008-3259 has been rated LOW with a CVSS base score of 1.2/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2008-3259?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Openbsd Openssh.