CVE-2012-6122: Buffer Overflow
Published Oct 31, 2019
·Updated
Buffer overflow in the thread scheduler in Chicken before 4.8.0.1 allows attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) by opening a file descriptor with a large integer value.
Affected Software
2 affected componentsFixes available
debian/chicken
5.2.0-25.3.0-15.3.0-2
Call-cc Chicken<4.8.0.1
Remediation
Patch Available
Patch Available
Event History
Oct 31, 2019
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:38 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:38 PM
DescriptionWeakness
Aug 6, 2024
Data Sourced
via Debian·09:34 PM
DescriptionAffected Software
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2012-6122?
CVE-2012-6122 has a moderate severity level as it can cause a denial of service by crashing the application.
2
How do I fix CVE-2012-6122?
To fix CVE-2012-6122, upgrade Chicken to version 4.8.0.1 or later.
3
Which versions of Chicken are affected by CVE-2012-6122?
CVE-2012-6122 affects all versions of Chicken prior to 4.8.0.1.
4
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2012-6122?
CVE-2012-6122 is classified as a buffer overflow vulnerability in the thread scheduler.
5
Can CVE-2012-6122 be exploited remotely?
Yes, an attacker can exploit CVE-2012-6122 remotely by manipulating file descriptors.