Vulnerability Description
Heap-based buffer overflow in dns.cpp in InspIRCd 2.0.5 might allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted DNS query that uses compression.
CVSS Score
7.5
HIGH
AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:P/I:P/A:P
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Inspircd | Inspircd | 2.0.5 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://osvdb.org/80263
- http://secunia.com/advisories/48474
- http://www.debian.org/security/2012/dsa-2448
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/212651PatchUS Government Resource
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/52561
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/74157
- https://github.com/inspircd/inspircd/commit/fe7dbd2c104c37f6f3af7d9f1646a3c332aeExploitPatch
- http://osvdb.org/80263
- http://secunia.com/advisories/48474
- http://www.debian.org/security/2012/dsa-2448
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/212651PatchUS Government Resource
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/52561
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/74157
- https://github.com/inspircd/inspircd/commit/fe7dbd2c104c37f6f3af7d9f1646a3c332aeExploitPatch
FAQ
What is CVE-2012-1836?
CVE-2012-1836 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.5 (HIGH). Heap-based buffer overflow in dns.cpp in InspIRCd 2.0.5 might allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted DNS query that uses compression.
How severe is CVE-2012-1836?
CVE-2012-1836 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-2012-1836?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Inspircd Inspircd.