CVE-2008-3684

Heap-based buffer overflow in aws_tmxn.exe in the Admin Agent service in the server in EMC Documentum ApplicationXtender Workflow, possibly 5.40 SP1 and…

published October 22, 2009

CVSS
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EPSS
6%
Percentile
92.9
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ A crafty crafted packet is all it takes to trigger a heap-based buffer overflow in EMC Documentum's Admin Agent! This could let attackers execute arbitrary code remotely through TCP port 2606. 😱 Think of this vulnerability like a delivery error where a package is way too big for the mailbox, causing a jam and spilling its contents everywhere. If an attacker sends just the right oversized packet, it could lead to some serious problems! 📦 An attacker could potentially run any code they want on your system, leaving the door wide open for data breaches, service disruption, or even full control of your server. This could lead to devastating consequences for your organization's sensitive information.

Put simply

Think of this vulnerability like a delivery error where a package is way too big for the mailbox, causing a jam and spilling its contents everywhere. If an attacker sends just the right oversized packet, it could lead to some serious problems! 📦 The issue resides in aws_tmxn.exe, where a heap-based buffer overflow allows attackers to execute arbitrary code by sending intentionally crafted data packets to a vulnerable TCP port.

What to do

An attacker could potentially run any code they want on your system, leaving the door wide open for data breaches, service disruption, or even full control of your server. This could lead to devastating consequences for your organization's sensitive information. To mitigate this risk, ensure you update to the latest version of EMC Documentum ApplicationXtender Workflow, as patches may be available to address this flaw. Additionally, consider monitoring network traffic to block any suspicious activity targeting TCP port 2606. 🔒 You can tackle this issue head-on and secure your systems! Follow these steps, and you'll be well on your way to boosting your security posture! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.05618 · 92.9th percentile
Published
2009-10-22T15:26Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 22 OCT 15:26Z
    Heap-based buffer overflow in aws_tmxn.exe in the Admin Agent service in the server in EMC Documentum ApplicationXtender Workflow, possibly 5.40 SP1 and…
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