CVE-2007-1217
MediumBuffer overflow in the bufprint function in capiutil.c in libcapi, as used in Linux kernel 2.6.9 to 2.6.20 and isdn4k-utils, allows local users to cause a denial of service (crash) and possibly gain privileges via a crafted CAPI packet.
CVSS 2.0 score
6.9
AV:L/AC:M/Au:N/C:C/I:C/A:C
Weakness type
CWE-119CVE-2007-1217 is a Buffer Overflow vulnerability
What is Buffer Overflow?
The product performs operations on a memory buffer but reads or writes outside its intended boundaries. Learn more on MITRE CWE
References
The following references provide additional information about CVE-2007-1217 including vendor advisories, patch commits, exploit details, and third-party analysis. Links are sourced from the NIST NVD database.
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Debian Securityhttp://bugs.debian.org/cgi-bin/bugreport.cgi?bug=408530
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Osvdbhttp://osvdb.org/34742
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Securityfocushttp://www.securityfocus.com/bid/23333
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Securitytrackerhttp://www.securitytracker.com/id?1018539
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Frequently asked questions
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What is CVE-2007-1217?
CVE-2007-1217 is a Medium severity Linux kernel vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.9 out of 10 , classified as a Buffer Overflow flaw (CWE-119) . CVE-2007-1217 has not been confirmed as actively exploited and is not listed in the CISA KEV catalog.
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What is the CVSS score for CVE-2007-1217?
CVE-2007-1217 has a CVSS score of 6.9 out of 10, rated Medium severity (CVSS 2.0). The vector string is
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Is there a patch available for CVE-2007-1217?
No patch is currently available for CVE-2007-1217. Monitor the NIST NVD and your Linux distribution's security advisories for updates.
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Is CVE-2007-1217 actively exploited?
No — CVE-2007-1217 has not been confirmed as actively exploited. It is not listed in the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog.
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What is Buffer Overflow (CWE-119)?
The product performs operations on a memory buffer but reads or writes outside its intended boundaries. View CWE-119 on MITRE CWE →