Vulnerability Description
The sysvshm extension for PHP 5.2 through 5.2.13 and 5.3 through 5.3.2 allows context-dependent attackers to write to arbitrary memory addresses by using an object's __sleep function to interrupt an internal call to the shm_put_var function, which triggers access of a freed resource.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Php | Php | 5.2.0 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://php-security.org/2010/05/05/mops-2010-009-php-shm_put_var-already-freed-rExploit
- http://php-security.org/2010/05/05/mops-2010-009-php-shm_put_var-already-freed-rExploit
FAQ
What is CVE-2010-1861?
CVE-2010-1861 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.4 (MEDIUM). The sysvshm extension for PHP 5.2 through 5.2.13 and 5.3 through 5.3.2 allows context-dependent attackers to write to arbitrary memory addresses by using an object's __sleep function to interrupt an i...
How severe is CVE-2010-1861?
CVE-2010-1861 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 6.4/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2010-1861?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Php Php.