Vulnerability Description
Multiple memory leaks in the OpenSSL extension in PHP before 5.3.6 might allow remote attackers to cause a denial of service (memory consumption) via (1) plaintext data to the openssl_encrypt function or (2) ciphertext data to the openssl_decrypt function.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Php | Php | <= 5.3.5 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://bugs.php.net/bug.php?id=54060Exploit
- http://bugs.php.net/bug.php?id=54061Exploit
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/Security-announce/2011//Oct/msg00003.html
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT5002
- http://www.mandriva.com/security/advisories?name=MDVSA-2011:053
- http://www.php.net/ChangeLog-5.php
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2011-1423.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/46977
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2011/0744
- http://bugs.php.net/bug.php?id=54060Exploit
- http://bugs.php.net/bug.php?id=54061Exploit
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/Security-announce/2011//Oct/msg00003.html
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT5002
- http://www.mandriva.com/security/advisories?name=MDVSA-2011:053
- http://www.php.net/ChangeLog-5.php
FAQ
What is CVE-2011-1468?
CVE-2011-1468 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.3 (MEDIUM). Multiple memory leaks in the OpenSSL extension in PHP before 5.3.6 might allow remote attackers to cause a denial of service (memory consumption) via (1) plaintext data to the openssl_encrypt function...
How severe is CVE-2011-1468?
CVE-2011-1468 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 4.3/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2011-1468?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Php Php.