CVE-2015-8388: Buffer Overflow
First published: Wed Dec 02 2015(Updated: )
PCRE before 8.38 mishandles the /(?=di(?<=(?1))|(?=(.))))/ pattern and related patterns with an unmatched closing parenthesis, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (buffer overflow) or possibly have unspecified other impact via a crafted regular expression, as demonstrated by a JavaScript RegExp object encountered by Konqueror.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Oracle Linux | =7 | |
| PCRE (Perl Compatible Regular Expressions) | <=8.37 |
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Reference Links
- http://rhn.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2016-1025.html
- http://rhn.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2016-2750.html
- http://vcs.pcre.org/pcre/code/trunk/ChangeLog?view=markup
- http://www-01.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=isg3T1023886
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2015/11/29/1
- http://www.oracle.com/technetwork/topics/security/linuxbulletinapr2016-2952096.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/85576
- https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2016:1132
- https://bto.bluecoat.com/security-advisory/sa128
- https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/201607-02
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2015-8388?
The severity of CVE-2015-8388 is considered to be high due to its potential to cause denial of service through buffer overflow.
How do I fix CVE-2015-8388?
To fix CVE-2015-8388, you should upgrade to PCRE version 8.38 or later, or apply patches provided by your software vendor.
Which software versions are affected by CVE-2015-8388?
CVE-2015-8388 affects PCRE versions up to and including 8.37 and Oracle Linux 7.
What type of attacks can CVE-2015-8388 facilitate?
CVE-2015-8388 can facilitate denial of service attacks through crafted regular expressions that cause buffer overflows.
Is CVE-2015-8388 exploitable remotely?
Yes, CVE-2015-8388 is exploitable remotely, allowing attackers to impact systems using vulnerable software.
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- canonical/pcre (perl compatible regular expressions)
- version/pcre (perl compatible regular expressions)/8.37