CVE-2007-0957: Stack-based buffer overflow in the krb5_klog_syslog function in the kadm5 library, as used by the Kerberos...

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This flaw affects MIT Kerberos components that help authenticate users and administer the Kerberos database. An authenticated remote user could trigger a stack overflow in logging code and potentially run code or modify the Kerberos key database. Because Kerberos is core identity infrastructure, compromise could have broad operational impact. Exposure is most likely where MIT krb5 before 1.6.1, or vendor packages without the relevant backport, run kadmind or KDC services. The supplied data does not provide complete CPE coverage, so confirm through package advisories and installed versions. Prioritize remediation on Kerberos servers because this vulnerability affects identity infrastructure, not a peripheral service. Treat unpatched KDC or kadmind hosts as high business risk even though active exploitation is not shown in the supplied sources. Mitigation focus: Upgrade MIT krb5 to 1.6.1 or a vendor-patched package.; Apply relevant distribution advisories, such as Red Hat or Debian fixes.; Restrict access to kadmind and KDC services to trusted networks where possible..

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Jun 29, 2026, 06:24 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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