Buffer overflow in Firebirdsql Firebird

CVE-2007-5246

Multiple stack-based buffer overflows in Firebird LI 2.0.0.12748 and 2.0.1.12855, and WI 2.0.0.12748 and 2.0.1.12855, allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via (1) a long attach request on TCP port 3050 to the isc_attach_database function or (2) a long create request on TCP port 3050 to the isc_create_database function.

Vulnerability class: Buffer Overflow

EPSS: 0.066 (93.2th percentile) — read the EPSS interpretation.

Affected products

Weakness classification (CWE)

Public proof-of-concept exploits

References

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2007-5246?
CVE-2007-5246 is a vulnerability in Firebirdsql Firebird, classified under Improper Restriction of Operations within the Bounds of a Memory Buffer. Published 2007-10-06.
Is CVE-2007-5246 known to be exploited?
4 public proof-of-concept repositories are indexed. Not currently listed in the CISA KEV catalog.