CVE-2014-0236: Null Pointer Dereference
First published: Mon May 16 2016(Updated: )
file before 5.18, as used in the Fileinfo component in PHP before 5.6.0, allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (NULL pointer dereference and application crash) via a zero root_storage value in a CDF file, related to cdf.c and readcdf.c.
Credit: secalert@redhat.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| PHP | <=5.5.35 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2014-0236?
CVE-2014-0236 is classified as a moderate severity vulnerability due to its potential to cause denial of service.
How do I fix CVE-2014-0236?
To fix CVE-2014-0236, update PHP to version 5.6.0 or later, which addresses this issue.
What software versions are affected by CVE-2014-0236?
CVE-2014-0236 affects PHP versions prior to 5.6.0, specifically earlier than 5.5.35.
What type of attack does CVE-2014-0236 enable?
CVE-2014-0236 allows remote attackers to perform a denial of service attack by causing an application crash.
What components of PHP are involved in CVE-2014-0236?
CVE-2014-0236 involves the Fileinfo component of PHP, particularly the files cdf.c and readcdf.c.
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