CVE-2015-6946 Memory corruption in n/a

Critical 9.3 Published Updated

Remote attackers can execute arbitrary code via stack-based buffer overflows in the Reprise License Manager service parameters.

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-2015-6946?

CVE-2015-6946 is a critical memory corruption vulnerability in n/a, published on 15 Sep 2015. 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 the Reprise License Manager service in Borland AccuRev allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via the (1) akey or (2) actserver parameter to the activate_doit function or (3) licfile parameter to the service_startup_doit functionality.

Weakness: CWE-119

Which versions are affected by CVE-2015-6946?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Microfocus Accurev.

How do I fix CVE-2015-6946?

No fix has been published for CVE-2015-6946 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-2015-6946 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2015-6946 in the wild and no public exploit code.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-qx39-cpgp-272r.

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