CVE-2017-10792: Null Pointer Dereference
First published: Sun Jul 02 2017(Updated: )
There is a NULL Pointer Dereference in the function ll_insert() of the libpspp library in GNU PSPP before 0.11.0. For example, a crash was observed within the library code when attempting to convert invalid SPSS data into CSV format. A crafted input will lead to a remote denial of service attack.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| GNU PSPP | =0.10.5-pre2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-10792?
CVE-2017-10792 is classified as a high-severity vulnerability due to the potential for remote denial of service attacks.
How do I fix CVE-2017-10792?
To fix CVE-2017-10792, upgrade to GNU PSPP version 0.11.0 or later.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2017-10792?
CVE-2017-10792 is a NULL Pointer Dereference vulnerability.
What impact does CVE-2017-10792 have on affected software?
CVE-2017-10792 can cause the software to crash when processing invalid SPSS data.
Which versions of GNU PSPP are affected by CVE-2017-10792?
GNU PSPP versions before 0.11.0, specifically 0.10.5-pre2, are affected by CVE-2017-10792.
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