Vulnerability Description
The process_stat function in (1) Memcached before 1.2.8 and (2) MemcacheDB 1.2.0 discloses (a) the contents of /proc/self/maps in response to a stats maps command and (b) memory-allocation statistics in response to a stats malloc command, which allows remote attackers to obtain sensitive information such as the locations of memory regions, and defeat ASLR protection, by sending a command to the daemon's TCP port.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Memcachedb | Memcached | <= 1.2.0 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/fulldisclosure/2009-04/0282.html
- http://code.google.com/p/memcachedb/source/browse/trunk/ChangeLog?spec=svn98&r=9
- http://code.google.com/p/memcachedb/source/detail?r=98
- http://code.google.com/p/memcachedb/source/diff?spec=svn98&r=98&format=side&pathExploitPatch
- http://groups.google.com/group/memcached/browse_thread/thread/ff96a9b88fb5d40e
- http://osvdb.org/54127
- http://secunia.com/advisories/34915Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/34932Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/35175
- http://www.mandriva.com/security/advisories?name=MDVSA-2009:105
- http://www.positronsecurity.com/advisories/2009-001.htmlExploit
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/503064/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/34756
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1022140
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2009/1196Vendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2009-1255?
CVE-2009-1255 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.0 (MEDIUM). The process_stat function in (1) Memcached before 1.2.8 and (2) MemcacheDB 1.2.0 discloses (a) the contents of /proc/self/maps in response to a stats maps command and (b) memory-allocation statistics ...
How severe is CVE-2009-1255?
CVE-2009-1255 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.0/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2009-1255?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Memcachedb Memcached.