CVE-2017-1000211: Use After Free
First published: Fri Nov 17 2017(Updated: )
Lynx before 2.8.9dev.16 is vulnerable to a use after free in the HTML parser resulting in memory disclosure, because HTML_put_string() can append a chunk onto itself.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Lynx Project Lynx | =2.8.9-dev15 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2017-1000211?
CVE-2017-1000211 is a vulnerability in Lynx before version 2.8.9dev.16 that allows a use after free in the HTML parser resulting in memory disclosure.
How severe is CVE-2017-1000211?
CVE-2017-1000211 has a severity rating of medium with a CVSS score of 5.3.
What software is affected by CVE-2017-1000211?
Lynx before version 2.8.9dev.16 is affected by CVE-2017-1000211.
How can I fix CVE-2017-1000211?
To fix CVE-2017-1000211, upgrade Lynx to version 2.8.9dev.16 or later.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2017-1000211?
You can find more information about CVE-2017-1000211 at the following references: [http://lynx.invisible-island.net/current/CHANGES.html](http://lynx.invisible-island.net/current/CHANGES.html), [http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/102180](http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/102180), [https://github.com/ThomasDickey/lynx-snapshots/commit/280a61b300a1614f6037efc0902ff7ecf17146e9](https://github.com/ThomasDickey/lynx-snapshots/commit/280a61b300a1614f6037efc0902ff7ecf17146e9).
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