VNC: RealVNC VNC Server ClientCutText Message Buffer Overflow
This signature detects attempts to exploit a known vulnerability in the RealVNC VNC Server. A successful attack can lead to a buffer overflow and arbitrary remote code execution within the context of the targeted application.
Extended Description
RealVNC Viewer is prone to a remote denial-of-service vulnerability. An attacker can exploit this issue to crash the affected application, denying service to legitimate users. RealVNC 4.1.3 is vulnerable; other versions may also be affected.
Affected Products
Realvnc realvnc
References
BugTraq: 39895
Short Name
VNC:OVERFLOW:REALVNC-MSG-BO
Severity
Major
Recommended
False
Recommended Action
Drop
Category
VNC
Keywords
Buffer ClientCutText Message Overflow RealVNC Server VNC bid:39895
Release Date
01/07/2013
Supported Platforms
srx-branch-12.3
srx-19.3
srx-branch-19.3
vsrx3bsd-19.2
srx-branch-19.4
vsrx-19.4
mx-12.3
mx-19.4
vmx-19.4
mx-19.3
vsrx3bsd-19.4
srx-19.4
vsrx-12.3
vmx-19.3
vsrx-19.2
srx-12.3
Sigpack Version
3336
False Positive
Unknown
Vendors
Realvnc