CVE-2015-8918: Buffer Overflow
First published: Tue Sep 20 2016(Updated: )
The archive_string_append function in archive_string.c in libarchive before 3.2.0 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) via a crafted cab files, related to "overlapping memcpy."
Credit: cve@mitre.org cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| SUSE Linux Enterprise Software Development Kit | =12.0-sp1 | |
| SUSE Linux Enterprise Desktop | =12.0-sp1 | |
| SUSE Linux Enterprise Server | =12.0-sp1 | |
| libarchive | <=3.1.901a |
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Reference Links
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2016-07/msg00025.html
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/06/17/2
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/06/17/5
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/91300
- https://blog.fuzzing-project.org/47-Many-invalid-memory-access-issues-in-libarchive.html
- https://github.com/libarchive/libarchive/issues/506
- https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/201701-03
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2015-8918?
CVE-2015-8918 has a high severity level due to its potential to cause denial of service attacks.
How do I fix CVE-2015-8918?
To fix CVE-2015-8918, update libarchive to version 3.2.0 or later, or apply patches provided by your system vendor.
Which software is affected by CVE-2015-8918?
CVE-2015-8918 affects libarchive versions up to 3.1.901a and SUSE Linux Enterprise versions 12.0 with SP1.
What types of attacks exploit CVE-2015-8918?
CVE-2015-8918 can be exploited by attackers using crafted cab files to crash the affected software.
Is CVE-2015-8918 specific to certain operating systems?
Yes, CVE-2015-8918 specifically impacts SUSE Linux Enterprise and libarchive applications on affected systems.
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