Vulnerability Description
Heap-based buffer overflow in the open_man_file function in callbacks.c in gmanedit 0.4.1 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted man page, which is not properly handled during utf8 conversion. NOTE: another overflow was reported using a configuration file, but that vector does not have a scenario that crosses privilege boundaries.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Gmanedit2 | Gmanedit | 0.4.1 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://bugs.debian.org/cgi-bin/bugreport.cgi?bug=497835Exploit
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2008/09/06/2
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2008/09/09/13
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2008/09/09/19
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/31040
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/44962
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/44963
- http://bugs.debian.org/cgi-bin/bugreport.cgi?bug=497835Exploit
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2008/09/06/2
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2008/09/09/13
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2008/09/09/19
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/31040
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/44962
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/44963
FAQ
What is CVE-2008-3971?
CVE-2008-3971 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.3 (HIGH). Heap-based buffer overflow in the open_man_file function in callbacks.c in gmanedit 0.4.1 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted man page, which is not properly handled during...
How severe is CVE-2008-3971?
CVE-2008-3971 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 9.3/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2008-3971?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Gmanedit2 Gmanedit.