CVE-2007-3962 Memory corruption in n/a

High 7.5 Published 25 Jul 2007 Updated 7 Aug 2024

Remote attackers can execute arbitrary code via stack-based buffer overflows in fsplib when handling long filenames or directory entries.

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-2007-3962?

CVE-2007-3962 is a high-severity memory corruption vulnerability in n/a, published on 25 Jul 2007. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.

Official description

Multiple stack-based buffer overflows in fsplib.c in fsplib before 0.9 might allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via (1) a long filename that is not properly handled by the fsp_readdir_native function when MAXNAMLEN is greater than 255, or (2) a long d_name directory (dirent) field in the fsp_readdir function.

Weakness: CWE-119

Which versions are affected by CVE-2007-3962?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Fsp C Library.

How do I fix CVE-2007-3962?

No fix has been published for CVE-2007-3962 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.

Upgrade to the fixed version. Memory-safe languages, compiler hardening and fuzzing prevent most new cases. More about Memory corruption.

Is CVE-2007-3962 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2007-3962 in the wild and no public exploit code.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-rqw8-265m-q6rg.