RSyslog CVE-2013-4758 Double Free Memory Corruption Vulnerability

BID:60996

Info

RSyslog CVE-2013-4758 Double Free Memory Corruption Vulnerability

Bugtraq ID: 60996
Class: Design Error
CVE: CVE-2013-4758
Remote: Yes
Local: No
Published: Jul 05 2013 12:00AM
Updated: Jul 05 2013 12:00AM
Credit: Markus Vervier and Marius Ionescu
Vulnerable:
Not Vulnerable:

Discussion

RSyslog CVE-2013-4758 Double Free Memory Corruption Vulnerability

RSyslog is prone to a memory-corruption vulnerability.

An attacker can exploit this issue to execute arbitrary code in the context of the application. Failed exploit attempts will likely result in denial-of-service conditions.

Exploit / POC

RSyslog CVE-2013-4758 Double Free Memory Corruption Vulnerability

Currently, we are not aware of any working exploits. If you feel we are in error or if you are aware of more recent information, please mail us at: [email protected].

Solution / Fix

RSyslog CVE-2013-4758 Double Free Memory Corruption Vulnerability

Solution:
Reportedly the issue is fixed, however Symantec has not confirmed this. Please contact the vendor for more information.

References

RSyslog CVE-2013-4758 Double Free Memory Corruption Vulnerability

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