CVE-2017-15101: Buffer Overflow
First published: Wed Nov 08 2017(Updated: )
A missing patch for a stack-based buffer overflow in findTable() was found in Red Hat version of liblouis before 2.5.4. An attacker could cause a denial of service condition or potentially even arbitrary code execution.
Credit: secalert@redhat.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| redhat/liblouis | <2.5.4 | 2.5.4 |
| Liblouis | <2.5.4 | |
| redhat enterprise Linux desktop | =7.0 | |
| redhat enterprise Linux server | =7.0 | |
| redhat enterprise Linux server aus | =7.4 | |
| redhat enterprise Linux server eus | =7.4 | |
| redhat enterprise Linux server eus | =7.5 | |
| redhat enterprise Linux workstation | =7.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-15101?
CVE-2017-15101 has a high severity level due to the potential for denial of service and arbitrary code execution.
Which software versions are affected by CVE-2017-15101?
CVE-2017-15101 affects liblouis versions before 2.5.4 in Red Hat systems.
How do I fix CVE-2017-15101?
To fix CVE-2017-15101, upgrade liblouis to version 2.5.4 or later.
What exploit risks are associated with CVE-2017-15101?
CVE-2017-15101 may allow attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service.
Is there a known workaround for CVE-2017-15101?
There are no known effective workarounds for CVE-2017-15101; updating the software is recommended.
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