CVE-2013-5914: Buffer Overflow

Published Oct 26, 2013
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Updated

Buffer overflow in the sslreadrecord function in ssltls.c in PolarSSL before 1.1.8, when using TLS 1.1, might allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long packet.

Affected Software

11 affected components
PolarSSL PolarSSL<=1.1.7
PolarSSL PolarSSL=1.0.0
PolarSSL PolarSSL=1.1.0
PolarSSL PolarSSL=1.1.0-rc0
PolarSSL PolarSSL=1.1.0-rc1
PolarSSL PolarSSL=1.1.1
PolarSSL PolarSSL=1.1.2
PolarSSL PolarSSL=1.1.3
PolarSSL PolarSSL=1.1.4
PolarSSL PolarSSL=1.1.5
PolarSSL PolarSSL=1.1.6

Event History

Oct 26, 2013
CVE Published
via MITRE·05:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·05:00 PM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2013-5914?

CVE-2013-5914 has a severity rating that indicates it could allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code due to a buffer overflow.

2

How do I fix CVE-2013-5914?

To fix CVE-2013-5914, upgrade PolarSSL to version 1.1.8 or later.

3

Which versions of PolarSSL are affected by CVE-2013-5914?

CVE-2013-5914 affects PolarSSL versions up to 1.1.7 and specific earlier versions.

4

In what function does CVE-2013-5914 occur?

CVE-2013-5914 occurs in the ssl_read_record function within ssl_tls.c.

5

What attack vector is associated with CVE-2013-5914?

CVE-2013-5914 can be exploited via a long packet sent by remote attackers.

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