CVE-2017-14266: Buffer Overflow
Published Sep 12, 2017
·Updated
tcprewrite in Tcpreplay 3.4.4 has a Heap-Based Buffer Overflow vulnerability triggered by a crafted PCAP file, a related issue to CVE-2016-6160.
Affected Software
1 affected component
Broadcom Tcpreplay=3.4.4
Event History
Sep 12, 2017
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:00 AM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2017-14266?
CVE-2017-14266 has been classified with a high severity rating due to the potential for remote code execution through a heap-based buffer overflow.
2
How do I fix CVE-2017-14266?
To fix CVE-2017-14266, upgrade to a patched version of Tcpreplay that addresses this vulnerability.
3
What software is affected by CVE-2017-14266?
CVE-2017-14266 affects Tcpreplay version 3.4.4, which is a packet replay tool.
4
What causes CVE-2017-14266?
CVE-2017-14266 is caused by a heap-based buffer overflow triggered by processing a specially crafted PCAP file.
5
Can CVE-2017-14266 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2017-14266 can be exploited remotely by sending a maliciously crafted PCAP file to the vulnerable Tcpreplay application.