Vulnerability Description
Integer overflow in the xmlBufferResize function in libxml2 2.7.2 allows context-dependent attackers to cause a denial of service (infinite loop) via a large XML document.
CVSS Score
7.8
HIGH
AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:N/I:N/A:C
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Xmlsoft | Libxml | 2.7.2 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2009/Jun/msg00005.html
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2009/jun/msg00002.html
- http://secunia.com/advisories/32762Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/32764Patch
- http://secunia.com/advisories/32766Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/32773Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/32802Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/32807Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/32811Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/32974
- http://secunia.com/advisories/33417
- http://secunia.com/advisories/33746
- http://secunia.com/advisories/33792
- http://secunia.com/advisories/34247
- http://secunia.com/advisories/35379
FAQ
What is CVE-2008-4225?
CVE-2008-4225 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.8 (HIGH). Integer overflow in the xmlBufferResize function in libxml2 2.7.2 allows context-dependent attackers to cause a denial of service (infinite loop) via a large XML document.
How severe is CVE-2008-4225?
CVE-2008-4225 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2008-4225?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Xmlsoft Libxml.