CVE-2014-9275: Buffer Overflow
First published: Tue Dec 09 2014(Updated: )
UnRTF allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (out-of-bounds memory access and crash) and possibly execute arbitrary code via a crafted RTF file.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Unrtf | <=0.21.6 |
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Reference Links
- http://advisories.mageia.org/MGASA-2014-0533.html
- http://lists.fedoraproject.org/pipermail/package-announce/2015-January/147399.html
- http://secunia.com/advisories/62811
- http://www.debian.org/security/2015/dsa-3158
- http://www.mandriva.com/security/advisories?name=MDVSA-2015:007
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2014/12/03/4
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2014/12/04/15
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/71506
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=1170233
- https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/201507-06
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2014-9275?
CVE-2014-9275 has a severity rating that indicates it can lead to denial of service and potentially allow remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2014-9275?
To fix CVE-2014-9275, upgrade to UnRTF version 0.21.7 or later, which addresses this vulnerability.
What types of attacks can exploit CVE-2014-9275?
CVE-2014-9275 can be exploited by remote attackers through crafted RTF files to cause crashes or execute arbitrary code.
Which versions of UnRTF are affected by CVE-2014-9275?
Versions of UnRTF up to and including 0.21.6 are affected by CVE-2014-9275.
Is CVE-2014-9275 a local or remote vulnerability?
CVE-2014-9275 is a remote vulnerability that allows attackers to exploit the flaw without local access.
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