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Family: Gentoo Local Security Checks --> Category: infos
[GLSA-200505-02] Oops!: Remote code execution Vulnerability Scan
Vulnerability Scan Summary
Oops!: Remote code execution
Detailed Explanation for this Vulnerability Test
The remote host is affected by the vulnerability described in GLSA-200505-02
(Oops!: Remote code execution)
A format string flaw has been detected in the my_xlog() function of the
Oops! proxy, which is called by the passwd_mysql and passwd_pgsql
module's auth() functions.
Impact
A remote attacker could send a specially crafted HTTP request to the
Oops! proxy, potentially triggering this vulnerability and leading to
the execution of arbitrary code.
Workaround
There is no known workaround at this time.
References:
http://cve.mitre.org/cgi-bin/cvename.cgi?name=CVE-2005-1121
Solution:
All Oops! users should upgrade to the latest version:
# emerge --sync
# emerge --ask --oneshot --verbose ">=net-proxy/oops-1.5.24_pre20050503"
Threat Level: High
Click HERE for more information and discussions on this network vulnerability scan.
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