CVE-2007-2957 Integer overflow in n/a

Critical 9.3 Published 31 Oct 2007 Updated 7 Aug 2024

Remote attackers can execute arbitrary code via a heap-based buffer overflow caused by an integer overflow in authentication packets.

Exploited in the wild: Not known
Login needed: Not needed
Attackable: Over the internet
Victim action needed: Not needed
Fix: None listed

What is CVE-2007-2957?

CVE-2007-2957 is a critical vulnerability in n/a, published on 31 Oct 2007. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.

Official description

Integer overflow in McAfee E-Business Server before 8.5.3 for Solaris, and before 8.1.2 for Linux, HP-UX, and AIX, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a large length value in an authentication packet, which results in a heap-based buffer overflow.

Weakness: CWE-189

Which versions are affected by CVE-2007-2957?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Mcafee E-Business Server.

How do I fix CVE-2007-2957?

No fix has been published for CVE-2007-2957 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.

Is CVE-2007-2957 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2007-2957 in the wild and no public exploit code.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-m782-qx46-pj8h.