CVE-2017-15874: Integer Underflow

Published Oct 24, 2017
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Updated

archival/libarchive/decompressunlzma.c in BusyBox 1.27.2 has an Integer Underflow that leads to a read access violation.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Busybox Busybox=1.27.2

Event History

Oct 24, 2017
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:00 PM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·08:29 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2017-15874?

CVE-2017-15874 has a medium severity rating due to an integer underflow which can lead to a read access violation.

2

How do I fix CVE-2017-15874?

To fix CVE-2017-15874, update BusyBox to version 1.28.0 or later to ensure the vulnerability is patched.

3

Which versions of BusyBox are affected by CVE-2017-15874?

CVE-2017-15874 affects BusyBox version 1.27.2 specifically.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2017-15874?

CVE-2017-15874 is classified as an integer underflow vulnerability.

5

What components in BusyBox does CVE-2017-15874 impact?

CVE-2017-15874 impacts the decompress_unlzma.c component within BusyBox.

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