CVE-2008-1802

CVE-2008-1802 describes a critical buffer overflow vulnerability in rdesktop version 1.5.0, specifically within the process_redirect_pdu function. This flaw allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code by crafting malicious Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP) redirect requests with manipulated length fields. With a CVSS score of 9.3, it poses a severe risk due to its network-based attack vector, medium complexity, and complete compromise of confidentiality, integrity, and availability. While not listed on CISA's KEV catalog, a proof-of-concept exploit is publicly available on ExploitDB, though there is no evidence of active exploitation or significant community discussion.