CVE-2008-3229
UnknownEPSS 0.43%
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CVE-2008-3229 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Stack-based buffer overflow in op before Changeset 563, when xauth support is enabled, allows local users to gain privileges via a long XAUTHORITY environment variable.. EPSS estimates a 0.43% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Stack-based buffer overflow in op before Changeset 563, when xauth support is enabled, allows local users to gain privileges via a long XAUTHORITY environment variable.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Swapoff | Op | 1.1.10 |
| Swapoff | Op | 1.1.19 |
| Swapoff | Op | 1.20 |
| Swapoff | Op | 1.21 |
| Swapoff | Op | 1.22 |
| Swapoff | Op | 1.23 |
| Swapoff | Op | 1.24 |
| Swapoff | Op | 1.25 |
| Swapoff | Op | 1.26 |
| Swapoff | Op | 1.27 |
| Swapoff | Op | 1.28 |
| Swapoff | Op | 1.29 |
| Swapoff | Op | 1.30 |
| Swapoff | Op | 1.31 |
| Swapoff | Op | 1.32 |
References
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2008-3229?
Stack-based buffer overflow in op before Changeset 563, when xauth support is enabled, allows local users to gain privileges via a long XAUTHORITY environment variable.
How severe is CVE-2008-3229?
Severity scoring for CVE-2008-3229 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.43% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2008-3229?
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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