CVE-2008-2499
UnknownEPSS 77.47%
Last modified
CVE-2008-2499 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Stack-based buffer overflow in the Community Services Multiplexer (aka MUX or StMux.exe) in IBM Lotus Sametime 7.5.1 CF1 and earlier, and 8.x before 8.0.1, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted URL.. EPSS estimates a 77.47% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Stack-based buffer overflow in the Community Services Multiplexer (aka MUX or StMux.exe) in IBM Lotus Sametime 7.5.1 CF1 and earlier, and 8.x before 8.0.1, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted URL.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions | Update |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ibm | Lotus Sametime | <= 7.5 | — |
| Ibm | Lotus Sametime | >= 8.0, < 8.0.1 | — |
| Ibm | Lotus Sametime | 7.5.1 | Cf1 |
References
- http://secunia.com/advisories/30309Third Party Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/29328Exploit, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1020093Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2008/1595/referencesThird Party Advisory
- http://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-08-028/Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/42575Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- http://secunia.com/advisories/30309Third Party Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/29328Exploit, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1020093Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2008/1595/referencesThird Party Advisory
- http://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-08-028/Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/42575Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2008-2499?
Stack-based buffer overflow in the Community Services Multiplexer (aka MUX or StMux.exe) in IBM Lotus Sametime 7.5.1 CF1 and earlier, and 8.x before 8.0.1, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted URL.
How severe is CVE-2008-2499?
Severity scoring for CVE-2008-2499 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 77.47% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2008-2499?
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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