Vulnerability Description
Array index error in the apply_rcs_change function in rcs.c in CVS 1.11.23 allows local users to gain privileges via an RCS file containing crafted delta fragment changes that trigger a heap-based buffer overflow.
CVSS Score
6.9
MEDIUM
AV:L/AC:M/Au:N/C:C/I:C/A:C
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Nongnu | Cvs | 1.11.23 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://cvs.savannah.gnu.org/viewvc/cvs/ccvs/src/rcs.c?r1=1.262.4.65&r2=1.262.4.6Patch
- http://lists.fedoraproject.org/pipermail/package-announce/2010-November/050212.h
- http://lists.fedoraproject.org/pipermail/package-announce/2010-November/050287.h
- http://lists.fedoraproject.org/pipermail/package-announce/2010-October/050090.ht
- http://secunia.com/advisories/41079Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/42041
- http://secunia.com/advisories/42409
- http://www.osvdb.org/68952
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2010-0918.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/44528
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1024795
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2010/2845PatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2010/2846
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2010/2869
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2010/2899
FAQ
What is CVE-2010-3846?
CVE-2010-3846 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.9 (MEDIUM). Array index error in the apply_rcs_change function in rcs.c in CVS 1.11.23 allows local users to gain privileges via an RCS file containing crafted delta fragment changes that trigger a heap-based buf...
How severe is CVE-2010-3846?
CVE-2010-3846 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 6.9/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2010-3846?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Nongnu Cvs.