Vulnerability Description
Format string vulnerability in Symantec pcAnywhere before 12.5 SP1 allows local users to read and modify arbitrary memory locations, and cause a denial of service (application crash) or possibly have unspecified other impact, via format string specifiers in the pathname of a remote control file (aka .CHF file).
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Symantec | Pcanywhere | <= 12.5 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://osvdb.org/52797
- http://secunia.com/advisories/34305
- http://securityresponse.symantec.com/avcenter/security/Content/2009.03.17.htmlPatchVendor Advisory
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1021855
- http://www.layereddefense.com/pcanywhere17mar.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/501930/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/33845
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2009/0755
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/49291
- http://osvdb.org/52797
- http://secunia.com/advisories/34305
- http://securityresponse.symantec.com/avcenter/security/Content/2009.03.17.htmlPatchVendor Advisory
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1021855
- http://www.layereddefense.com/pcanywhere17mar.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/501930/100/0/threaded
FAQ
What is CVE-2009-0538?
CVE-2009-0538 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.6 (MEDIUM). Format string vulnerability in Symantec pcAnywhere before 12.5 SP1 allows local users to read and modify arbitrary memory locations, and cause a denial of service (application crash) or possibly have ...
How severe is CVE-2009-0538?
CVE-2009-0538 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 4.6/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2009-0538?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Symantec Pcanywhere.