Vulnerability Description
Heap-based buffer overflow in the mch_expand_wildcards function in os_unix.c in Vim 6.2 and 6.3 allows user-assisted attackers to execute arbitrary code via shell metacharacters in filenames, as demonstrated by the netrw.v3 test case.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Vim | Vim | 6.2 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- ftp://ftp.vim.org/pub/vim/patches/6.2.429
- ftp://ftp.vim.org/pub/vim/patches/6.3/6.3.059
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2008/Oct/msg00001.htmlPatchVendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/32222Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/32858
- http://secunia.com/advisories/33410
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT3216Vendor Advisory
- http://support.avaya.com/elmodocs2/security/ASA-2009-001.htm
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2008/07/15/4
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2008/08/01/1
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2008-0617.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/502322/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/30648
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/31681Patch
- http://www.vmware.com/security/advisories/VMSA-2009-0004.html
FAQ
What is CVE-2008-3432?
CVE-2008-3432 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.8 (MEDIUM). Heap-based buffer overflow in the mch_expand_wildcards function in os_unix.c in Vim 6.2 and 6.3 allows user-assisted attackers to execute arbitrary code via shell metacharacters in filenames, as demon...
How severe is CVE-2008-3432?
CVE-2008-3432 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 6.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2008-3432?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Vim Vim.