CVE-2013-4397: Buffer Overflow
First published: Thu Oct 17 2013(Updated: )
Multiple integer overflows in the th_read function in lib/block.c in libtar before 1.2.20 allow remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) and possibly execute arbitrary code via a long (1) name or (2) link in an archive, which triggers a heap-based buffer overflow.
Credit: secalert@redhat.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Android | ||
| Red Hat Enterprise Linux | =6.0 | |
| CentOS Libtar | <=1.2.19 | |
| CentOS Libtar | =1.2.11 | |
| CentOS Libtar | =1.2.13 | |
| CentOS Libtar | =1.2.14 | |
| CentOS Libtar | =1.2.15 | |
| CentOS Libtar | =1.2.16 | |
| CentOS Libtar | =1.2.17 | |
| CentOS Libtar | =1.2.18 |
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Reference Links
- https://source.android.com/docs/security/bulletin/2018-01-01/#asterisk
- https://source.android.com/docs/security/bulletin/2018-01-01 (Advisory)
- http://repo.or.cz/w/libtar.git/commitdiff/45448e8bae671c2f7e80b860ae0fc0cedf2bdc04
- http://rhn.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2013-1418.html
- http://secunia.com/advisories/55188
- http://secunia.com/advisories/55253
- http://www.debian.org/security/2013/dsa-2817
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2013/10/10/4
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2013/10/10/6
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/62922
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1029166
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1040106
- https://lists.feep.net:8080/pipermail/libtar/2013-October/000361.html
- https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2018-01-01
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2013-4397?
CVE-2013-4397 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for remote code execution and denial of service.
How do I fix CVE-2013-4397?
To fix CVE-2013-4397, update libtar to version 1.2.20 or later.
What software is affected by CVE-2013-4397?
CVE-2013-4397 affects versions of libtar prior to 1.2.20 and certain versions of Red Hat Enterprise Linux 6.0.
Can CVE-2013-4397 lead to a denial of service?
Yes, CVE-2013-4397 can lead to a denial of service by crashing the application due to integer overflow vulnerabilities.
Is there any potential for remote code execution in CVE-2013-4397?
Yes, CVE-2013-4397 allows remote attackers to possibly execute arbitrary code through crafted archive files.
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