CVE-2017-13743: Buffer Overflow
First published: Tue Aug 29 2017(Updated: )
There is a buffer overflow in Liblouis 3.2.0, triggered in the function _lou_showString() in utils.c, that will lead to a denial of service attack. Product bug: <a class="bz_bug_link bz_status_CLOSED bz_closed bz_public " title="CLOSED WONTFIX - There is a heap overflow in liblouis which is triggered at function _lou_showString()." href="show_bug.cgi?id=1484335">https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=1484335</a>
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Liblouis | =3.2.0 |
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Reference Links
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/100607
- https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2017:3111
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=1484335
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi/show_bug.cgi?id=1484335
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi/show_bug.cgi?id=1488944
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=1488942
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-13743?
CVE-2017-13743 is classified as a denial of service vulnerability due to a buffer overflow in Liblouis 3.2.0.
How do I fix CVE-2017-13743?
To fix CVE-2017-13743, upgrade to the latest version of Liblouis that addresses the buffer overflow issue.
What software is affected by CVE-2017-13743?
CVE-2017-13743 specifically affects Liblouis version 3.2.0.
What could happen if CVE-2017-13743 is exploited?
Exploitation of CVE-2017-13743 can lead to a denial of service condition, disrupting the availability of the software.
Is CVE-2017-13743 an authenticated vulnerability?
CVE-2017-13743 does not require authentication for exploitation, making it a critical concern for all users of the affected version.
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