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CVE-2011-5096

10.0 · HIGH

Stack-based buffer overflow in cstore.exe in the Media Application Server (MAS) in Avaya Aura Application Server 5300 (formerly Nortel Media Application Server) 1.x before 1.0.2 and 2.0 before Patc…

Published Jul 3, 2012avayaCWE-119EPSS 3.94%

Overview

CVE-2011-5096 is a high-severity vulnerability affecting avaya aura_application_server_5300. It was published on July 3, 2012 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 cstore.exe in the Media Application Server (MAS) in Avaya Aura Application Server 5300 (formerly Nortel Media Application Server) 1.x before 1.0.2 and 2.0 before Patch Bundle 10 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted cs_anams parameter in a CONTENT_STORE_ADMIN_REQ packet.

Remediation

Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from avaya. Update aura_application_server_5300 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

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Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2011-5096?

CVE-2011-5096 is a high-severity vulnerability affecting avaya aura_application_server_5300. It was published on July 3, 2012 and has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 10.0 (HIGH).

How severe is CVE-2011-5096?

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-2011-5096?

Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from avaya. Update aura_application_server_5300 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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