CVE-2010-3109 Memory corruption in n/a

Critical 9.3 Published 23 Aug 2010 Updated 7 Aug 2024

Remote attackers can execute arbitrary code via a stack-based buffer overflow in the Novell iPrint Client browser plugin.

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-2010-3109?

CVE-2010-3109 is a critical memory corruption vulnerability in n/a, published on 23 Aug 2010. 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 the browser plugin in Novell iPrint Client before 5.42 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long operation parameter.

Weakness: CWE-119

Which versions are affected by CVE-2010-3109?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Novell Iprint.

How do I fix CVE-2010-3109?

No fix has been published for CVE-2010-3109 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-2010-3109 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2010-3109 in the wild and no public exploit code.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-9574-x7mw-7vmm.