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CVE-2008-2382

The protocol_client_msg function in vnc.c in the VNC server in (1) Qemu 0.9.1 an...

Medium CVSS 5.0

Overview

The protocol_client_msg function in vnc.c in the VNC server in (1) Qemu 0.9.1 and earlier and (2) KVM kvm-79 and earlier allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (infinite loop) via a certain message.

CWE: CWE-399 Published: 2008-12-24T18:29:15.733
Risk analysis

This vulnerability is rated 🟡 MEDIUM.

  • CVSS: 5.0 (MEDIUM)
  • Detected tags: none (tag impact: LOW)

Recommended actions:

  • Prioritize remediation based on business criticality and exposure.
  • Limit exposure and increase monitoring until fixed.

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