Description
The snprintf function in the db library 1.85.4 ignores the size parameter, which could allow attackers to exploit buffer overflows that would be prevented by a properly implemented snprintf.
Products
- Debian GNU/Linux 4.0
- Debian Linux 4.0 Alpha Edition
- Debian Linux 4.0 AMD64 Edition
- Debian Linux 4.0 ARM Edition
- Debian Linux 4.0 HPPA Edition
- Debian Linux 4.0 IA-32 Edition
- Debian Linux 4.0 IA-64 Edition
- Debian Linux 4.0 M68K Edition
- Debian Linux 4.0 MIPS Edition
- Debian Linux 4.0 MIPSEL Edition
- Debian Linux 4.0 PowerPC Edition
- Debian Linux 4.0 S-390 Edition
- Debian Linux 4.0 Sparc Edition
- Red Hat Linux 4.2
Questions to Ask Vendors
- Can you confirm whether your systems are affected by CVE-1999-1330, and if so, what steps are you currently taking to mitigate this vulnerability?
- What is your estimated timeline for fully resolving CVE-1999-1330 in your products or services, and how will you communicate updates on this issue to us as your customer?
Recommended Actions
- Check out the advisory links provided below.
References