CVE-2008-2242 Memory corruption in n/a

High 7.5 Published 21 May 2008 Updated 7 Aug 2024

Remote attackers can execute arbitrary code via buffer overflows in CA BrightStor ARCServe Backup server functions.

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-2008-2242?

CVE-2008-2242 is a high-severity memory corruption vulnerability in n/a, published on 21 May 2008. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.

Official description

Multiple buffer overflows in xdr functions in the server in CA BrightStor ARCServe Backup 11.0, 11.1, and 11.5 allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code, as demonstrated by a stack-based buffer overflow via a long parameter to the xdr_rwsstring function.

Weakness: CWE-119

Which versions are affected by CVE-2008-2242?

It affects 2 products.

Products include Broadcom Brightstor Arcserve Backup, Ca Brightstor Arcserve Backup.

How do I fix CVE-2008-2242?

No fix has been published for CVE-2008-2242 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-2008-2242 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2008-2242 in the wild and no public exploit code.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-mfqc-h8gp-97w2.