CVE-2015-2059: Buffer Overflow

Published Aug 12, 2015
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Updated

The stringpreputf8toucs4 function in libin before 1.31, as used in jabberd2, allows context-dependent attackers to read system memory and possibly have other unspecified impact via invalid UTF-8 characters in a string, which triggers an out-of-bounds read.

Affected Software

5 affected components
GNU libidn<=1.30
openSUSE openSUSE=13.1
openSUSE openSUSE=13.2
Fedoraproject Fedora=21
Fedoraproject Fedora=22

Event History

Aug 12, 2015
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:00 PM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2015-2059?

CVE-2015-2059 has a severity rating that indicates it allows attackers to exploit memory vulnerabilities through invalid UTF-8 characters.

2

How do I fix CVE-2015-2059?

To fix CVE-2015-2059, update libidn to version 1.31 or later.

3

What software is affected by CVE-2015-2059?

CVE-2015-2059 affects GNU libidn versions up to 1.30, as well as specific versions of openSUSE and Fedora.

4

Can CVE-2015-2059 lead to data loss?

CVE-2015-2059 may allow context-dependent attackers to read system memory, potentially leading to sensitive data exposure.

5

What are the potential impacts of CVE-2015-2059?

The potential impacts of CVE-2015-2059 include unauthorized memory access and possible disruption of application behavior.

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