Common Data Format (CDF) Read32s_64() buffer overflow
| cdf-read32s64-bo (42219) |  High Risk |
Description:
Common Data Format (CDF) is vulnerable to a stack-based buffer overflow, caused by improper bounds checking by the Read32s_64() function. By persuading a victim to open a specially-crafted CDF file containing overly long length tags, a remote attacker could overflow a buffer and execute arbitrary code on the system with elevated privileges or cause the application to crash.
Platforms Affected:
- Gentoo, Linux
- NASA, Common Data Format 3.2
Remedy:
Upgrade to the latest version of CDF (3.2.1 or later), available from the CDF NASA Web site. See References.
Consequences:
Gain Access
References:
- CDF NASA Web site, Common Data Format (CDF) Version 3.2 and earlier Buffer Overflow Vulnerability at http://cdf.gsfc.nasa.gov/CDF32_buffer_overflow.html.
- CORE-2008-0326, NASA's Common Data Format buffer overflow at http://www.coresecurity.com/index.php5?module=ContentMod&action=item&id=2260.
- BID-29045: CDF (Common Data Format) Library 'src/lib/cdfread64.c' Stack Based Buffer Overflow Vulnerability
- CVE-2008-2080: Stack-based buffer overflow in the Read32s_64 function in src/lib/cdfread64.c in the NASA Goddard Space Flight Center Common Data Format (CDF) library before 3.2.1 allows context-dependent attackers to execute arbitrary code via a .cdf file with crafted length tags.
- FrSIRT/ADV-2008-1440: NASA Common Data Format Read32s_64() Buffer Overflow Vulnerability
- GLSA-200805-14: Common Data Format library: User-assisted execution of arbitrary code
- SA30053: Common Data Format "Read32s_64()" Buffer Overflow Vulnerability
- SECTRACK ID: 1019965: Common Data Format Library Buffer Overflow May Let Remote Users Execute Arbitrary Code
Reported:
May 05, 2008
The information within this database may change without notice. Use of this information constitutes acceptance for use in an AS IS condition. There are NO warranties, implied or otherwise, with regard to this information or its use. Any use of this information is at the user's risk. In no event shall the author/distributor (Internet Security Systems X-Force) be held liable for any damages whatsoever arising out of or in connection with the use or spread of this information.
Copyright (c) 1994-2008 Internet Security Systems, Inc. All rights reserved worldwide.
For corrections or additions please email xforce@iss.net