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AA-2009.0067                  AUSCERT Advisory

                    [Win][Netware][Linux][Solaris][AIX]
     eDirectory: Hotfix available to correct a security vulnerability
                               27 March 2009
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        AusCERT Advisory Summary
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Product:              eDirectory
Operating System:     Netware
                      AIX
                      Solaris
                      Linux variants
                      Windows
Impact:               Execute Arbitrary Code/Commands
                      Denial of Service
Access:               Remote/Unauthenticated
Member content until: Friday, April 24 2009

OVERVIEW:

      Novell has issued a patch to correct a vulnerability in the iMonitor 
      component of eDirectory 8.7.3 SP10 FTF1.


IMPACT:

      A buffer overflow condition can result when receiving HTTP requests
      due to a boundary error, which can allow remote unauthorised injection
      of arbitrary code or a denial of service. [1, 2]
      

MITIGATION:

      It is recommended that users apply the latest hotfix. [3]


REFERENCES:

      [1] eDirectory 8.8 SP3 FTF3 for Windows
          http://support.novell.com/docs/Readmes/InfoDocument/patchbuilder/readme_5042342.html

      [2] eDirectory 8.8 SP3 64 bit Instrumentation
          http://support.novell.com/docs/Readmes/InfoDocument/patchbuilder/readme_5042343.html

      [3] eDirectory 8.7.3 SP10 FTF1 Hotfix for iMonitor
          http://download.novell.com/Download?buildid=9MqOuS_6VU8~

AusCERT has made every effort to ensure that the information contained
in this document is accurate.  However, the decision to use the information
described is the responsibility of each user or organisation. The decision to
follow or act on information or advice contained in this security bulletin is
the responsibility of each user or organisation, and should be considered in
accordance with your organisation's site policies and procedures. AusCERT
takes no responsibility for consequences which may arise from following or
acting on information or advice contained in this security bulletin.

If you believe that your computer system has been compromised or attacked in 
any way, we encourage you to let us know by completing the secure National IT 
Incident Reporting Form at:

        http://www.auscert.org.au/render.html?it=3192

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Australian Computer Emergency Response Team
The University of Queensland
Brisbane
Qld 4072

Internet Email: auscert@auscert.org.au
Facsimile:      (07) 3365 7031
Telephone:      (07) 3365 4417 (International: +61 7 3365 4417)
                AusCERT personnel answer during Queensland business hours
                which are GMT+10:00 (AEST).
                On call after hours for member emergencies only.
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