CVE-2007-2171 describes a critical stack-based buffer overflow in the base64_decode function of Novell GroupWise WebAccess versions prior to 7.0 SP2. This vulnerability allows unauthenticated remote attackers to execute arbitrary code by sending crafted, long base64 content within an HTTP Basic Authentication request. With a CVSS score of 10.0, this flaw presents a severe risk, enabling complete compromise of confidentiality, integrity, and availability with low attack complexity. While there is no evidence of active exploitation, public exploit code, or significant community discussion, its high CVSS score and EPSS percentile indicate a significant potential threat.
| Vendor | Product | Version(s) | CPE |
|---|---|---|---|
7.0CPE matchmatch criteria | cpe:2.3:a:novell:groupwise:7.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:* | ||
7.0CPE matchmatch criteria | cpe:2.3:a:novell:groupwise:7.0:sp1:*:*:*:*:*:* |
CVSS version used by this source: 2.0
AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:C/I:C/A:C
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Novell GroupWise WebAccess GWINTER.exe Basic Authentication Base64 Decoding Overflow
Apr 18, 2007Novell GroupWise WebAccess GWINTER.exe Basic Authentication Base64 Decoding Overflow
Apr 18, 2007Novell GroupWise WebAccess GWINTER.exe Basic Authentication Base64 Decoding Overflow
Apr 18, 2007Novell GroupWise WebAccess GWINTER.exe Basic Authentication Base64 Decoding Overflow
Apr 18, 2007