Vulnerability Description
Array index error in the (1) torisa.c and (2) dahdi/tor2.c drivers in Zaptel (aka DAHDI) 1.4.11 and earlier allows local users in the dialout group to overwrite an integer value in kernel memory by writing to /dev/zap/ctl, related to missing validation of the sync field associated with the ZT_SPANCONFIG ioctl.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Asterisk | Zaptel | <= 1.4.11 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://bugs.debian.org/cgi-bin/bugreport.cgi?bug=507459
- http://bugs.digium.com/view.php?id=13954
- http://secunia.com/advisories/32947
- http://secunia.com/advisories/32960
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2008/12/03/10
- http://bugs.debian.org/cgi-bin/bugreport.cgi?bug=507459
- http://bugs.digium.com/view.php?id=13954
- http://secunia.com/advisories/32947
- http://secunia.com/advisories/32960
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2008/12/03/10
FAQ
What is CVE-2008-5396?
CVE-2008-5396 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.2 (HIGH). Array index error in the (1) torisa.c and (2) dahdi/tor2.c drivers in Zaptel (aka DAHDI) 1.4.11 and earlier allows local users in the dialout group to overwrite an integer value in kernel memory by wr...
How severe is CVE-2008-5396?
CVE-2008-5396 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.2/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2008-5396?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Asterisk Zaptel.