GLSA 201405-18: OpenConnect: User-assisted execution of arbitrary code
| Severity: | normal |
| Title: | OpenConnect: User-assisted execution of arbitrary code |
| Date: | 05/18/2014 |
| Bugs: | |
| ID: | 201405-18 |
Synopsis
A buffer overflow in OpenConnect could result in execution of arbitrary code or Denial of Service.Background
OpenConnect is a free client for Cisco AnyConnect SSL VPN software.
Affected packages
| Package | Vulnerable | Unaffected | Architecture(s) |
|---|---|---|---|
| net-misc/openconnect | < 4.08 | >= 4.08 | All supported architectures |
Description
A stack-based buffer overflow error has been discovered in OpenConnect.
Impact
A remote attacker could entice a user to connect to a malicious VPN server, possibly resulting in execution of arbitrary code with the privileges of the process, or a Denial of Service condition.
Workaround
There is no known workaround at this time.
Resolution
All OpenConnect users should upgrade to the latest version:
# emerge --sync
# emerge --ask --oneshot --verbose ">=net-misc/openconnect-4.08"
References
Availability
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Concerns?
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License
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