Vulnerability Description
Integer overflow in the WriteProlog function in texttops in CUPS before 1.3.9 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted PostScript file that triggers a heap-based buffer overflow.
CVSS Score
6.8
MEDIUM
AV:N/AC:M/Au:N/C:P/I:P/A:P
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Cups | <= 1.3.8 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://labs.idefense.com/intelligence/vulnerabilities/display.php?id=752
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2008-10/msg00006.html
- http://secunia.com/advisories/32084Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/32226Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/32284Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/32292Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/32316Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/32331
- http://secunia.com/advisories/33085
- http://secunia.com/advisories/33111
- http://sunsolve.sun.com/search/document.do?assetkey=1-26-261088-1
- http://support.avaya.com/elmodocs2/security/ASA-2008-470.htm
- http://www.cups.org/articles.php?L575
- http://www.cups.org/str.php?L2919
- http://www.debian.org/security/2008/dsa-1656
FAQ
What is CVE-2008-3640?
CVE-2008-3640 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.8 (MEDIUM). Integer overflow in the WriteProlog function in texttops in CUPS before 1.3.9 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted PostScript file that triggers a heap-based buffer overflow...
How severe is CVE-2008-3640?
CVE-2008-3640 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-2008-3640?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Apple Cups.