A remote overflow exists in GAMSoft's TelSrv. The telnet server fails to properly filter usernames and passwords resulting in a buffer overflow. With a specially crafted request, an attacker can cause the service to stop responding resulting in a loss of availability.
Classification
Location:
Remote / Network Access
Attack Type:
Input Manipulation
Impact:
Loss of Confidentiality,
Loss of Integrity,
Loss of Availability
Solution:
Discontinued Product,
Solution Unknown
Exploit:
Exploit Public
Disclosure:
OSVDB Verified,
Uncoordinated Disclosure
Technical
The vulnerability exists when calling an insecure sprintf(), allowing the stack to be overwritten with arbitrary code.
Solution
Currently, there are no known upgrades, patches, or workarounds available to correct this issue. Further, this software is no longer being maintained.
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