Signature Detail
Short Name |
HTTP:NOVELL:EDIR-DHOST |
|---|---|
Severity |
High |
Recommended |
Yes |
Recommended Action |
Drop |
Category |
HTTP |
Keywords |
eDirectory dhost HTTPSTK |
Release Date |
2010/10/13 |
Update Number |
1791 |
Supported Platforms |
idp-4.0+, isg-3.0+, j-series-9.5+, mx-9.4+, srx-9.2+, srx-branch-9.4+ |
HTTP: Novell eDirectory dhost HTTPSTK Buffer Overflow
A code execution vulnerability exists in Novell eDirectory. The vulnerability is due to an error in dhost when handling HTTP requests. A remote, authenticated attacker can exploit this vulnerability by sending a specially crafted HTTP request to a vulnerable system. Successful exploitation would allow for arbitrary code injection and execution with the privileges of the system. Code injection that does not result in execution could terminate the service, resulting in Denial of Service condition.
Extended Description
Novell eDirectory is prone to multiple stack-based buffer-overflow vulnerabilities because it fails to perform adequate boundary checks on user-supplied data. Attackers can exploit these issues to execute arbitrary code in the context of the affected application. Failed exploit attempts will likely cause denial-of-service conditions. Novell eDirectory 8.8 SP5 is vulnerable; other versions may also be affected.
Affected Products
- Novell eDirectory 8.8
- Novell eDirectory 8.8.1
- Novell eDirectory 8.8.2
- Novell eDirectory 8.8.2 Ftf2
- Novell eDirectory 8.8 SP1
- Novell eDirectory 8.8 SP2
- Novell eDirectory 8.8 SP3
- Novell eDirectory 8.8 SP3 FTF3
- Novell eDirectory 8.8 SP4
- Novell eDirectory 8.8 SP4 FTF1
- Novell eDirectory 8.8 SP5
References
- BugTraq: 37042