Vulnerability Description
Directory Proxy Server (DPS) in Sun Java System Directory Server Enterprise Edition 6.0 through 6.3.1 does not properly handle multiple client connections within a short time window, which allows remote attackers to hijack the backend connection of an authenticated user, and obtain the privileges of this user, by making a client connection in opportunistic circumstances, related to "long binds," aka Bug Ids 6828462 and 6823593.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Sun | Java System Directory Server | 6.0 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://secunia.com/advisories/37915
- http://sunsolve.sun.com/search/document.do?assetkey=1-21-141958-01-1Patch
- http://sunsolve.sun.com/search/document.do?assetkey=1-66-270789-1PatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/37481
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1023389
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2009/3647
- http://secunia.com/advisories/37915
- http://sunsolve.sun.com/search/document.do?assetkey=1-21-141958-01-1Patch
- http://sunsolve.sun.com/search/document.do?assetkey=1-66-270789-1PatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/37481
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1023389
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2009/3647
FAQ
What is CVE-2009-4440?
CVE-2009-4440 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.8 (MEDIUM). Directory Proxy Server (DPS) in Sun Java System Directory Server Enterprise Edition 6.0 through 6.3.1 does not properly handle multiple client connections within a short time window, which allows remo...
How severe is CVE-2009-4440?
CVE-2009-4440 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 6.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2009-4440?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Sun Java System Directory Server.