CVE-2007-5246 Memory corruption in n/a

Critical 10.0 Published 6 Oct 2007 Updated 7 Aug 2024

Remote attackers can execute arbitrary code via buffer overflows in Firebird database server functions without authentication.

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-2007-5246?

CVE-2007-5246 is a critical memory corruption vulnerability in n/a, published on 6 Oct 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 Firebird LI 2.0.0.12748 and 2.0.1.12855, and WI 2.0.0.12748 and 2.0.1.12855, allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via (1) a long attach request on TCP port 3050 to the isc_attach_database function or (2) a long create request on TCP port 3050 to the isc_create_database function.

Weakness: CWE-119

Which versions are affected by CVE-2007-5246?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Firebirdsql Firebird.

How do I fix CVE-2007-5246?

No fix has been published for CVE-2007-5246 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-2007-5246 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2007-5246 in the wild and no public exploit code.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-f92g-3pmp-x3pm.