CVE-2007-6436 Memory corruption in n/a

Critical 9.3 Published 18 Dec 2007 Updated 7 Aug 2024

Remote attackers can execute arbitrary code via a crafted document in JustSystems Ichitaro, requiring user interaction to open the file.

Exploited in the wild: Not known
Login needed: Not needed
Attackable: Over the internet
Victim action needed: A user has to click or open something
Fix: None listed

What is CVE-2007-6436?

CVE-2007-6436 is a critical memory corruption vulnerability in n/a, published on 18 Dec 2007. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, and only if a user opens a file or follows a link.

Official description

Stack-based buffer overflow in JSGCI.DLL in JustSystems Ichitaro 2005, 2006, and 2007 allows user-assisted remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted document, as actively exploited in December 2007 by the Tarodrop.F trojan. NOTE: some of these details are obtained from third party information.

Weakness: CWE-119

Which versions are affected by CVE-2007-6436?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Justsystem Ichitaro.

How do I fix CVE-2007-6436?

No fix has been published for CVE-2007-6436 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-2007-6436 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2007-6436 in the wild and no public exploit code.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-6gmh-pj3w-crcf.