Heap-Based Buffer Overflow in IBM Tivoli Storage Manager Express Backup Server
CVE-2008-0247

Currently unrated

Key Information:

Vendor
IBM
Status
Tivoli Storage Manager Express
Vendor
CVE Published:
12 January 2008

Summary

A heap-based buffer overflow exists in the Express Backup Server service (dsmsvc.exe) of IBM Tivoli Storage Manager Express before version 5.3.7.3. This vulnerability can be exploited by remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on the affected system using specially crafted packets with excessive length values, potentially compromising the integrity of the server and the data it manages. Timely updates and proper configuration are essential to mitigate this risk.

References

http://secunia.com/advisories/28440
third-party-advisoryx_refsource_SECUNIA
https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/39604
vdb-entryx_refsource_XF
http://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-08-001.html
x_refsource_MISC

EPSS Score

30% chance of being exploited in the next 30 days.

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

.