Vulnerability Description
Format string vulnerability in the p_cgi_error function in python/neo_cgi.c in the Python CGI Kit (neo_cgi) module for Clearsilver 0.10.5 and earlier allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) and possibly execute arbitrary code via format string specifiers that are not properly handled when creating CGI error messages using the cgi_error API function.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Brandon Long | Clearsilver | <= 0.10.5 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://code.google.com/p/clearsilver/source/detail?r=919
- http://osvdb.org/77419
- http://secunia.com/advisories/47016Vendor Advisory
- http://tech.groups.yahoo.com/group/ClearSilver/message/1422
- http://www.debian.org/security/2011/dsa-2355
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2011/11/27/1
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/71599
- http://code.google.com/p/clearsilver/source/detail?r=919
- http://osvdb.org/77419
- http://secunia.com/advisories/47016Vendor Advisory
- http://tech.groups.yahoo.com/group/ClearSilver/message/1422
- http://www.debian.org/security/2011/dsa-2355
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2011/11/27/1
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/71599
FAQ
What is CVE-2011-4357?
CVE-2011-4357 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.5 (HIGH). Format string vulnerability in the p_cgi_error function in python/neo_cgi.c in the Python CGI Kit (neo_cgi) module for Clearsilver 0.10.5 and earlier allows remote attackers to cause a denial of servi...
How severe is CVE-2011-4357?
CVE-2011-4357 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2011-4357?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Brandon Long Clearsilver.