CVE-2007-1251 is a format string vulnerability in the new_warning function of Netrek Vanilla Server 2.12.0, specifically when EVENTLOG is enabled. This flaw allows remote attackers to trigger a denial of service (crash) or execute arbitrary code by injecting format string specifiers into message handling. With a CVSS score of 9.3, this vulnerability is considered critical due to its network-based attack vector, medium complexity, and complete compromise of confidentiality, integrity, and availability. While there is no evidence of active exploitation, a limited format string exploit (EDB-3399) exists, though there is no Metasploit or Nuclei module, and community discussion and media coverage are minimal.
| Vendor | Product | Version(s) | CPE |
|---|---|---|---|
2.12.0CPE matchmatch criteria | cpe:2.3:a:netrek:netrek_vanilla_server:2.12.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:* |
CVSS version used by this source: 2.0
AV:N/AC:M/Au:N/C:C/I:C/A:C
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