CVE-2017-15011: Buffer Overflow
First published: Tue Oct 03 2017(Updated: )
The named pipes in qtsingleapp in Qt 5.x, as used in qBittorrent and SugarSync, are configured for remote access and allow remote attackers to cause a denial of service (application crash) via an unspecified string.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Trolltech Qt | =5.0.0 | |
| Trolltech Qt | =5.0.1 | |
| Trolltech Qt | =5.1.0 | |
| Trolltech Qt | =5.2.0 | |
| Trolltech Qt | =5.3.0 | |
| Trolltech Qt | =5.4.0 | |
| Trolltech Qt | =5.5.0 | |
| Trolltech Qt | =5.6.0 | |
| Trolltech Qt | =5.7.0 | |
| Trolltech Qt | =5.8.0 | |
| Trolltech Qt | =5.9.0 | |
| Trolltech Qt | =5.10.0 | |
| Trolltech Qt | =5.10.1 | |
| Trolltech Qt | =5.11.0 | |
| Trolltech Qt | =5.11.1 | |
| Trolltech Qt | =5.11.2 | |
| Trolltech Qt | =5.11.3 | |
| Trolltech Qt | =5.12.0 | |
| Trolltech Qt | =5.12.1 | |
| Trolltech Qt | =5.12.2 | |
| Trolltech Qt | =5.12.3 | |
| Trolltech Qt | =5.12.4 | |
| Trolltech Qt | =5.13.0 | |
| Trolltech Qt | =5.14.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-15011?
CVE-2017-15011 has a severity rating that suggests it can lead to denial of service in affected applications.
How do I fix CVE-2017-15011?
To fix CVE-2017-15011, update the Qt framework to a version that addresses the named pipe configuration vulnerability.
Which software is affected by CVE-2017-15011?
CVE-2017-15011 affects multiple versions of the Qt framework 5.x, particularly as used in applications like qBittorrent and SugarSync.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2017-15011?
CVE-2017-15011 is a vulnerability related to improperly configured named pipes that allow remote access.
Can CVE-2017-15011 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2017-15011 can be exploited by remote attackers to cause a denial of service by sending malicious strings to the application.
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