CVE-2008-0096 Memory corruption in n/a
Remote attackers can execute arbitrary code on Georgia SoftWorks SSH2 Server via buffer overflows in username or password handling.
- 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-2008-0096?
CVE-2008-0096 is a high-severity memory corruption vulnerability in n/a, published on 8 Jan 2008. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.
Official description
Multiple buffer overflows in Georgia SoftWorks SSH2 Server (GSW_SSHD) 7.01.0003 and earlier allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a (1) a long username, which triggers an overflow in the log function; or (2) a long password.
Weakness: CWE-119
Which versions are affected by CVE-2008-0096?
It affects 1 product.
Products include Georgia Softworks Ssh2 Server.
How do I fix CVE-2008-0096?
No fix has been published for CVE-2008-0096 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-2008-0096 being exploited?
It is not confirmed as exploited in the wild, but public exploit code for CVE-2008-0096 exists.
Public exploit code: 1 Exploit-DB entry.
Other vulnerabilities in n/a
Sources
Also known as GHSA-rgjx-fv68-f72v.