Vulnerability Description
The db interface in libc in FreeBSD 6.3, 6.4, 7.0, 7.1, and 7.2-PRERELEASE does not properly initialize memory for Berkeley DB 1.85 database structures, which allows local users to obtain sensitive information by reading a database file.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Freebsd | Freebsd | 6.3 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://kb.juniper.net/InfoCenter/index?page=content&id=JSA10756
- http://osvdb.org/53918
- http://secunia.com/advisories/34810Vendor Advisory
- http://security.freebsd.org/advisories/FreeBSD-SA-09:07.libc.ascVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/34666ExploitPatch
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1022113
- http://kb.juniper.net/InfoCenter/index?page=content&id=JSA10756
- http://osvdb.org/53918
- http://secunia.com/advisories/34810Vendor Advisory
- http://security.freebsd.org/advisories/FreeBSD-SA-09:07.libc.ascVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/34666ExploitPatch
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1022113
FAQ
What is CVE-2009-1436?
CVE-2009-1436 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.9 (MEDIUM). The db interface in libc in FreeBSD 6.3, 6.4, 7.0, 7.1, and 7.2-PRERELEASE does not properly initialize memory for Berkeley DB 1.85 database structures, which allows local users to obtain sensitive in...
How severe is CVE-2009-1436?
CVE-2009-1436 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 4.9/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2009-1436?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Freebsd Freebsd.