CVE-2007-6437
UnknownEPSS 3.35%
Last modified
CVE-2007-6437 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Balabit syslog-ng 2.0.x before 2.0.6 and 2.1.x before 2.1.8 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) via a message with a timestamp that does not contain a trailing space, which triggers a NULL pointer dereference.. EPSS estimates a 3.35% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Balabit syslog-ng 2.0.x before 2.0.6 and 2.1.x before 2.1.8 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) via a message with a timestamp that does not contain a trailing space, which triggers a NULL pointer dereference.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Balabit | Syslog-Ng Open Source Edition | <= 2.0.6 |
| Balabit | Syslog-Ng Premium Edition | <= 2.1.8 |
References
- http://secunia.com/advisories/28118Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/28118Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2007-6437?
Balabit syslog-ng 2.0.x before 2.0.6 and 2.1.x before 2.1.8 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) via a message with a timestamp that does not contain a trailing space, which triggers a NULL pointer dereference.
How severe is CVE-2007-6437?
Severity scoring for CVE-2007-6437 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 3.35% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2007-6437?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
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