CVE-2017-5196
First published: Fri Mar 03 2017(Updated: )
Irssi 0.8.18 before 0.8.21 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (out-of-bounds read and crash) via vectors involving strings that are not UTF8.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Irssi | >=0.8.18<0.8.21 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-5196?
CVE-2017-5196 is classified as a denial of service vulnerability that can cause crashes in Irssi.
How do I fix CVE-2017-5196?
To fix CVE-2017-5196, upgrade Irssi to version 0.8.21 or later.
What versions of Irssi are affected by CVE-2017-5196?
CVE-2017-5196 affects Irssi versions 0.8.18 up to but not including 0.8.21.
How can attackers exploit CVE-2017-5196?
Attackers can exploit CVE-2017-5196 by sending strings that are not UTF8 to the affected Irssi versions.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2017-5196?
CVE-2017-5196 is a denial of service vulnerability due to an out-of-bounds read.
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