Vulnerability Description
The dissector_postgresql function in dissectors/ec_postgresql.c in Ettercap before 0.8.1 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service and possibly execute arbitrary code via a crafted password length, which triggers a 0 character to be written to an arbitrary memory location.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Ettercap-Project | Ettercap | <= 0.8.0 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/534248/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/71697
- https://github.com/Ettercap/ettercap/commit/e3abe7d7585ecc420a7cab73313216613aad
- https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/201505-01
- https://www.obrela.com/home/security-labs/advisories/osi-advisory-osi-1402/
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/534248/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/71697
- https://github.com/Ettercap/ettercap/commit/e3abe7d7585ecc420a7cab73313216613aad
- https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/201505-01
- https://www.obrela.com/home/security-labs/advisories/osi-advisory-osi-1402/
FAQ
What is CVE-2014-6396?
CVE-2014-6396 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.5 (HIGH). The dissector_postgresql function in dissectors/ec_postgresql.c in Ettercap before 0.8.1 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service and possibly execute arbitrary code via a crafted password...
How severe is CVE-2014-6396?
CVE-2014-6396 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-2014-6396?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Ettercap-Project Ettercap.