Debian Linux 4.0/4.2 db library 1.85.4 snprintf size memory corruption

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Summaryinfo

A vulnerability was found in Debian Linux 4.0/4.2. It has been declared as problematic. Affected is the function snprintf of the component db library 1.85.4. The manipulation of the argument size results in memory corruption. This vulnerability was named CVE-1999-1330. There is no available exploit. It is recommended to upgrade the affected component.

Detailsinfo

A vulnerability, which was classified as problematic, was found in Debian Linux 4.0/4.2 (Operating System). Affected is the function snprintf of the component db library 1.85.4. The manipulation of the argument size with an unknown input leads to a memory corruption vulnerability. CWE is classifying the issue as CWE-119. The product performs operations on a memory buffer, but it can read from or write to a memory location that is outside of the intended boundary of the buffer. This is going to have an impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability. CVE summarizes:

The snprintf function in the db library 1.85.4 ignores the size parameter, which could allow attackers to exploit buffer overflows that would be prevented by a properly implemented snprintf.

The weakness was presented 12/31/1999 as not defined posting (Bugtraq). The advisory is shared for download at marc.theaimsgroup.com. This vulnerability is traded as CVE-1999-1330. The exploitability is told to be easy. The attack needs to be approached locally. The exploitation doesn't require any form of authentication. There are known technical details, but no exploit is available.

Upgrading eliminates this vulnerability.

The vulnerability is also documented in the vulnerability database at X-Force (7244). See VDB-15169, VDB-15167, VDB-15166 and VDB-15165 for similar entries. VulDB is the best source for vulnerability data and more expert information about this specific topic.

Affected

  • Debian GNU/Linux 4.0
  • Red Hat Linux 4.2

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Class: Memory corruption
CWE: CWE-119
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Physical: Partially
Local: Yes
Remote: No

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Recommended: Upgrade
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Timelineinfo

12/31/1999 🔍
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06/23/2014 +5288 days 🔍
10/20/2024 +3772 days 🔍

Sourcesinfo

Vendor: debian.org

Advisory: marc.theaimsgroup.com
Status: Not defined
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CVE: CVE-1999-1330 (🔍)
GCVE (CVE): GCVE-0-1999-1330
GCVE (VulDB): GCVE-100-15168
X-Force: 7244

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Entryinfo

Created: 06/23/2014 12:52
Updated: 10/20/2024 17:25
Changes: 06/23/2014 12:52 (44), 05/22/2018 09:24 (10), 10/20/2024 17:25 (17)
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