Title: MIT Kerberos 5 krb524d krb5_rd_cred() Arbitrary Code Execution
Info
Disclosure
Aug 31, 2004
Discovery
Unknown
Dates
Exploit
Unknown
Solution
Unknown
Description
Keberos contains a flaw that may allow a malicious user to execute arbitrary commaands. The issue is triggered when krb5_rd_cread() tries to free allready freed buffers that were returned by decode_krb5_enc_cred_part() when error occurs. It is possible that the flaw may allow compromise entire Kerberos realm if victim is running KDC resulting in a loss of integrity.
Classification
Location:
Remote/Network Access Required
Attack Type:
Input Manipulation
Impact:
Loss of Integrity
Exploit:
Exploit Unavailable
Disclosure:
OSVDB Verified
Solution
Upgrade to version 5-1.3.2 or higher, as it has been reported to fix this vulnerability. An upgrade is required as there are no known workarounds.