CVE-2017-16359: Null Pointer Dereference
First published: Wed Nov 01 2017(Updated: )
In radare 2.0.1, a pointer wraparound vulnerability exists in store_versioninfo_gnu_verdef() in libr/bin/format/elf/elf.c.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| radare2 | =2.0.1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-16359?
CVE-2017-16359 has been classified with medium severity due to its potential to lead to undefined behavior in the affected software.
How do I fix CVE-2017-16359?
To remediate CVE-2017-16359, upgrade radare2 to version 2.0.2 or later as it includes fixes for this vulnerability.
What versions of radare2 are affected by CVE-2017-16359?
CVE-2017-16359 specifically affects version 2.0.1 of radare2.
Can CVE-2017-16359 be exploited remotely?
CVE-2017-16359 does not typically allow for remote exploitation as it primarily affects local interactions with the software.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2017-16359?
CVE-2017-16359 is categorized as a pointer wraparound vulnerability in the ELF format handling in radare2.
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