CVE-2015-8985
First published: Sat Feb 28 2015(Updated: )
The pop_fail_stack function in the GNU C Library (aka glibc or libc6) allows context-dependent attackers to cause a denial of service (assertion failure and application crash) via vectors related to extended regular expression processing.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| GNU C Library | <2.28 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2015-8985?
CVE-2015-8985 has a medium severity level as it allows denial of service via application crashes.
How do I fix CVE-2015-8985?
To fix CVE-2015-8985, upgrade to a version of GNU C Library greater than 2.28.
What types of attacks are possible with CVE-2015-8985?
CVE-2015-8985 allows context-dependent attackers to exploit regular expression processing vulnerabilities.
Which versions of glibc are affected by CVE-2015-8985?
CVE-2015-8985 affects glibc versions before 2.28.
What is the potential impact of CVE-2015-8985 on applications?
The potential impact of CVE-2015-8985 is application crashes due to assertion failures.
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