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CVE-2011-5124

10.0 · HIGH

Stack-based buffer overflow in the BCAAA component before build 60258, as used by Blue Coat ProxySG 4.2.3 through 6.1 and ProxyOne, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a large pac…

Published Aug 26, 2012bluecoatCWE-119EPSS 54.65%

Overview

CVE-2011-5124 is a high-severity vulnerability affecting bluecoat proxyone. It was published on August 26, 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 the BCAAA component before build 60258, as used by Blue Coat ProxySG 4.2.3 through 6.1 and ProxyOne, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a large packet to the synchronization port (16102/tcp).

Remediation

Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from bluecoat. Update proxyone 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-2011-5124?

CVE-2011-5124 is a high-severity vulnerability affecting bluecoat proxyone. It was published on August 26, 2012 and has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 10.0 (HIGH).

How severe is CVE-2011-5124?

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-2011-5124?

Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from bluecoat. Update proxyone 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.

How can CyberStrike help with CVE-2011-5124?

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