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CVE-2008-2469

UnknownEPSS 22.25%

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CVE-2008-2469 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Heap-based buffer overflow in the SPF_dns_resolv_lookup function in Spf_dns_resolv.c in libspf2 before 1.2.8 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long DNS TXT record with a modified length field.. EPSS estimates a 22.25% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Heap-based buffer overflow in the SPF_dns_resolv_lookup function in Spf_dns_resolv.c in libspf2 before 1.2.8 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long DNS TXT record with a modified length field.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
22.25%

97.4th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
LibspfLibspf2<= 1.2.7
LibspfLibspf21.0.2
LibspfLibspf21.0.3
LibspfLibspf21.0.4
LibspfLibspf21.2.1
LibspfLibspf21.2.3
LibspfLibspf21.2.4
LibspfLibspf21.2.5
LibspfLibspf21.2.6

References

Timeline

Published
Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2008-2469?
Heap-based buffer overflow in the SPF_dns_resolv_lookup function in Spf_dns_resolv.c in libspf2 before 1.2.8 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long DNS TXT record with a modified length field.
How severe is CVE-2008-2469?
Severity scoring for CVE-2008-2469 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 22.25% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2008-2469?
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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Source: NVD / NIST