CVE-2017-5203: Buffer Overflow
First published: Sat Jan 28 2017(Updated: )
The BOOTP parser in tcpdump before 4.9.0 has a buffer overflow in print-bootp.c:bootp_print().
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Tcpdump | <4.9.0 | |
| Debian Linux | =8.0 | |
| Debian Linux | =9.0 | |
| Red Hat Enterprise Linux Desktop | =7.0 | |
| Red Hat Enterprise Linux Server | =7.0 | |
| Red Hat Enterprise Linux Server | =7.4 | |
| Red Hat Enterprise Linux Server | =7.6 | |
| Red Hat Enterprise Linux Server | =7.4 | |
| Red Hat Enterprise Linux Server | =7.5 | |
| Red Hat Enterprise Linux Server | =7.6 | |
| Red Hat Enterprise Linux Server | =7.6 | |
| Red Hat Enterprise Linux Workstation | =7.0 | |
| <4.9.0 | ||
| =8.0 | ||
| =9.0 | ||
| =7.0 | ||
| =7.0 | ||
| =7.4 | ||
| =7.6 | ||
| =7.4 | ||
| =7.5 | ||
| =7.6 | ||
| =7.6 | ||
| =7.0 |
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Reference Links
- http://www.debian.org/security/2017/dsa-3775
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/95852
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1037755
- https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2017:1871
- https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/201702-30
- https://www.mail-archive.com/debian-bugs-dist@lists.debian.org/msg1494526.html
- https://www.mail-archive.com/debian-bugs-dist%40lists.debian.org/msg1494526.html
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-5203?
CVE-2017-5203 has a moderate severity rating due to its potential for buffer overflow leading to system vulnerabilities.
How do I fix CVE-2017-5203?
To fix CVE-2017-5203, upgrade Tcpdump to version 4.9.0 or later.
What software is affected by CVE-2017-5203?
CVE-2017-5203 affects Tcpdump versions prior to 4.9.0 and specific versions of Debian and Red Hat Enterprise Linux.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2017-5203?
CVE-2017-5203 is classified as a buffer overflow vulnerability in the BOOTP parser.
Can CVE-2017-5203 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2017-5203 can potentially be exploited remotely if an attacker sends crafted BOOTP packets.
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