Vulnerability Description
The process_trap function in trapper/trapper.c in Zabbix Server before 1.6.6 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) via a crafted request with data that lacks an expected : (colon) separator, which triggers a NULL pointer dereference.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Zabbix | Zabbix | <= 1.4.6 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://secunia.com/advisories/37740Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/508436/30/60/threaded
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2009/3514Vendor Advisory
- https://support.zabbix.com/browse/ZBX-993Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/37740Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/508436/30/60/threaded
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2009/3514Vendor Advisory
- https://support.zabbix.com/browse/ZBX-993Vendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2009-4500?
CVE-2009-4500 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.0 (MEDIUM). The process_trap function in trapper/trapper.c in Zabbix Server before 1.6.6 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) via a crafted request with data that lacks an expected : (colo...
How severe is CVE-2009-4500?
CVE-2009-4500 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-2009-4500?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Zabbix Zabbix.