CVE-2013-2877: Buffer Overflow
parser.c in libxml2 before 2.9.0, as used in Google Chrome before 28.0.1500.71 and other products, allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (out-of-bounds read) via a document that ends abruptly, related to the lack of certain checks for the XMLPARSEREOF state.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2013-2877?
CVE-2013-2877 is classified as a denial of service vulnerability due to out-of-bounds read issues.
How do I fix CVE-2013-2877?
To mitigate CVE-2013-2877, it is essential to update libxml2 to version 2.9.0 or later.
What software is affected by CVE-2013-2877?
CVE-2013-2877 affects libxml2 versions prior to 2.9.0 and Google Chrome versions before 28.0.1500.71.
What kind of attack does CVE-2013-2877 enable?
CVE-2013-2877 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service through specially crafted XML documents.
Is there a specific version of libxml2 that resolves CVE-2013-2877?
Yes, libxml2 version 2.9.0 or later addresses the vulnerability described in CVE-2013-2877.