CVE-2014-2898
First published: Tue Jan 28 2020(Updated: )
wolfSSL CyaSSL before 2.9.4 allows remote attackers to have unspecified impact via multiple calls to the CyaSSL_read function which triggers an out-of-bounds read when an error occurs, related to not checking the return code and MAC verification failure.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| WolfSSL wolfssl | <2.9.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the vulnerability ID of this security issue?
The vulnerability ID of this security issue is CVE-2014-2898.
What is the severity of CVE-2014-2898?
The severity of CVE-2014-2898 is critical, with a severity value of 9.8.
What software is affected by CVE-2014-2898?
wolfSSL CyaSSL versions up to 2.9.0 are affected by CVE-2014-2898.
How does CVE-2014-2898 impact the system?
CVE-2014-2898 allows remote attackers to trigger an out-of-bounds read, leading to unspecified impact.
Are there any references for CVE-2014-2898?
Yes, here are some references for CVE-2014-2898: [1](http://seclists.org/oss-sec/2014/q2/126), [2](http://seclists.org/oss-sec/2014/q2/130), [3](http://www.wolfssl.com/yaSSL/Blog/Entries/2014/4/11_wolfSSL_Security_Advisory__April_9%2C_2014.html).
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