Vulnerability Description
Stack-based buffer overflow in the Syslog service (nssyslogd.exe) in Enterasys Network Management Suite (NMS) before 4.1.0.80 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long PRIO field in a message to UDP port 514.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Enterasys | Netsight | <= 4.1.0.79 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://secunia.com/advisories/47263Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1026440
- http://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-11-350/
- https://cp-enterasys.kb.net/display/4n/kb/article.aspx?aid=14206&n=3&tab=search&
- https://cp-enterasys.kb.net/utility/downloadArticle.aspx?aid=14206
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/71889
- http://secunia.com/advisories/47263Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1026440
- http://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-11-350/
- https://cp-enterasys.kb.net/display/4n/kb/article.aspx?aid=14206&n=3&tab=search&
- https://cp-enterasys.kb.net/utility/downloadArticle.aspx?aid=14206
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/71889
FAQ
What is CVE-2011-5227?
CVE-2011-5227 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 10.0 (HIGH). Stack-based buffer overflow in the Syslog service (nssyslogd.exe) in Enterasys Network Management Suite (NMS) before 4.1.0.80 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long PRIO field in...
How severe is CVE-2011-5227?
CVE-2011-5227 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 10.0/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2011-5227?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Enterasys Netsight.