CVE-2007-5538

Buffer overflow in the Centralized TFTP File Locator Service in Cisco Unified Communications Manager (CUCM, formerly CallManager) 5.1 before 5.1(3), and…

published October 18, 2007

CVSS
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EPSS
6%
Percentile
92.8
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ A buffer overflow in Cisco's Centralized TFTP service lets attackers pull a fast one—remote execution of code could be just a filename away! Think of it like a restaurant that accepts any order without checking if the kitchen can actually handle it—one spicy request could lead to kitchen chaos! This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code, which could result in unauthorized access to sensitive information or even a complete denial of service. Imagine your phone system going dark just because of a sneaky filename!

Put simply

Think of it like a restaurant that accepts any order without checking if the kitchen can actually handle it—one spicy request could lead to kitchen chaos! The buffer overflow occurs in the Centralized TFTP File Locator Service in Cisco Unified Communications Manager versions prior to 5.1(3), allowing attackers to exploit filename processing vulnerabilities.

What to do

This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code, which could result in unauthorized access to sensitive information or even a complete denial of service. Imagine your phone system going dark just because of a sneaky filename! Upgrade your Cisco Unified Communications Manager to version 5.1(3) or later as soon as possible. Regularly check for updates and apply security patches to keep your systems secure. Don't forget to review your configurations to minimize unnecessary exposure! You've got this! Follow these steps, and you'll ensure your systems stay safe and sound! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.05531 · 92.8th percentile
Published
2007-10-18T00:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 18 OCT 00:00Z
    Buffer overflow in the Centralized TFTP File Locator Service in Cisco Unified Communications Manager (CUCM, formerly CallManager) 5.1 before 5.1(3), and…
    cvelistv5