CVE-2015-5957: Buffer Overflow

Published Sep 28, 2015
·
Updated

Buffer overflow in the DumpSysVar function in var.c in Remind before 3.1.15 allows attackers to have unspecified impact via a long name.

Affected Software

3 affected components
openSUSE openSUSE=13.1
openSUSE openSUSE=13.2
Roaring Penguin Remind<=3.1.14

Event History

Sep 28, 2015
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:00 PM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2015-5957?

CVE-2015-5957 is considered a moderate severity vulnerability due to the buffer overflow that can lead to unspecified impacts.

2

How do I fix CVE-2015-5957?

To fix CVE-2015-5957, update Remind to version 3.1.15 or later and ensure that you are using supported versions of openSUSE.

3

What impact can CVE-2015-5957 have on my system?

CVE-2015-5957 may allow attackers to exploit the buffer overflow, potentially leading to arbitrary code execution or denial of service.

4

Which software is affected by CVE-2015-5957?

CVE-2015-5957 affects Remind versions prior to 3.1.15 and specific versions of openSUSE, namely 13.1 and 13.2.

5

Can CVE-2015-5957 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2015-5957 can potentially be exploited remotely if the attacker can send specially crafted data to the affected application.

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