Signature Detail
Short Name |
HTTP:OVERFLOW:HTTPDX-POST-BOF |
|---|---|
Severity |
High |
Recommended |
No |
Recommended Action |
Drop |
Category |
HTTP |
Keywords |
HTTPDX Web Server POST Method Buffer Overflow |
Release Date |
2012/08/15 |
Update Number |
2173 |
Supported Platforms |
idp-4.0+, isg-3.0+, j-series-9.5+, mx-9.4+, srx-9.2+, srx-branch-9.4+, vsrx-12.1+ |
HTTP: HTTPDX Web Server POST Method Buffer Overflow
This signature detects attempts to exploit a known vulnerability in the HTTPDX web server. A successful attack can lead to a buffer overflow and arbitrary code execution within the context of the server. Failed exploit attempts will result in a denial-of-service condition.
Extended Description
httpdx is prone to a remote heap-based buffer-overflow vulnerability. Attackers can exploit this issue to execute arbitrary code within the context of the affected application. Failed exploit attempts will result in a denial-of-service condition. httpdx 1.5.4 and prior are vulnerable.
Affected Products
- httpdx 1.5
- httpdx 1.5.2
- httpdx 1.5.3
- httpdx 1.5.3B
- httpdx 1.5.4
References
- BugTraq: 54712
- URL: http://sourceforge.net/projects/httpdx/