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CVE-2003-0968

10.0 · HIGH

Stack-based buffer overflow in SMB_Logon_Server of the rlm_smb experimental module for FreeRADIUS 0.9.3 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long User-Password attrib…

Published Dec 15, 2003freeradiusEPSS 3.96%

Overview

CVE-2003-0968 is a high-severity vulnerability affecting freeradius freeradius. It was published on December 15, 2003 and has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 10.0 (HIGH).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 10.0, rated HIGH. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

Technical description

Stack-based buffer overflow in SMB_Logon_Server of the rlm_smb experimental module for FreeRADIUS 0.9.3 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long User-Password attribute.

Remediation

Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from freeradius. Update freeradius to the latest patched version. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

Affected products

VendorProductVersionsStatus
freeradiusfreeradius0Affected

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2003-0968?

CVE-2003-0968 is a high-severity vulnerability affecting freeradius freeradius. It was published on December 15, 2003 and has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 10.0 (HIGH).

How severe is CVE-2003-0968?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 10.0, rated HIGH. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-2003-0968?

Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from freeradius. Update freeradius to the latest patched version. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

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