Vulnerability Description
Stack-based buffer overflow in the smc program in smcFanControl 2.1.2 allows local users to execute arbitrary code and gain privileges via a long -k option.
CVSS Score
7.2
HIGH
AV:L/AC:L/Au:N/C:C/I:C/A:C
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Smcfancontrol | Smcfancontrol | 2.1.2 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://blog.xwings.net/?p=127Exploit
- http://osvdb.org/49796
- http://secunia.com/advisories/32679Vendor Advisory
- http://www.macupdate.com/info.php/id/23049Patch
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/32252Exploit
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2008/3126PatchVendor Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/46551
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/7088
- http://blog.xwings.net/?p=127Exploit
- http://osvdb.org/49796
- http://secunia.com/advisories/32679Vendor Advisory
- http://www.macupdate.com/info.php/id/23049Patch
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/32252Exploit
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2008/3126PatchVendor Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/46551
FAQ
What is CVE-2008-6252?
CVE-2008-6252 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.2 (HIGH). Stack-based buffer overflow in the smc program in smcFanControl 2.1.2 allows local users to execute arbitrary code and gain privileges via a long -k option.
How severe is CVE-2008-6252?
CVE-2008-6252 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-2008-6252?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Smcfancontrol Smcfancontrol.