CVE Catalog

CVE-2014-6395

High
Published: Translated: NVD NIST

Summary

Heap-based buffer overflow in the dissector_postgresql function in dissectors/ec_postgresql.c in Ettercap before 0.8.1 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service or possibly execute arbitrary code via a crafted password length value that is inconsistent with the actual length of the password.

Risk Assessment

The organization may be vulnerable to remote attacks that could lead to system crashes or unauthorized access. Exploitation of this vulnerability could result in serious data security consequences.

Recommendation

It is recommended to update Ettercap to version 0.8.1 or later to mitigate this vulnerability. Additionally, monitoring and restricting access to systems can help minimize the risk of attacks.

Related vulnerabilities

Original NVD description (English source)

Heap-based buffer overflow in the dissector_postgresql function in dissectors/ec_postgresql.c in Ettercap before 0.8.1 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service or possibly execute arbitrary code via a crafted password length value that is inconsistent with the actual length of the password.

Vulnerability data from NVD (NIST) · CISA KEV · EPSS