CVE-2017-15671
First published: Fri Oct 20 2017(Updated: )
The glob function in glob.c in the GNU C Library (aka glibc or libc6) before 2.27, when invoked with GLOB_TILDE, could skip freeing allocated memory when processing the ~ operator with a long user name, potentially leading to a denial of service (memory leak).
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| GNU C Library (glibc) | <=2.26 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-15671?
CVE-2017-15671 has a medium severity rating with a score of 5.9.
How do I fix CVE-2017-15671?
To fix CVE-2017-15671, upgrade to GNU glibc version 2.27 or later.
What causes the vulnerability CVE-2017-15671?
CVE-2017-15671 is caused by the glob function skipping memory deallocation when processing the ~ operator with a long user name.
What is affected by CVE-2017-15671?
CVE-2017-15671 affects the GNU glibc library versions before 2.27.
What type of security issue is CVE-2017-15671?
CVE-2017-15671 is a denial of service vulnerability due to a memory leak.
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