CVE-2017-5485: Buffer Overflow
Published Jan 28, 2017
·Updated
The ISO CLNS parser in tcpdump before 4.9.0 has a buffer overflow in addrtoname.c:lookupnsap().
Affected Software
1 affected component
tcpdump tcpdump<=4.8.1
Event History
Jan 28, 2017
CVE Published
via MITRE·01:33 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·01:33 AM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·01:59 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2017-5485?
CVE-2017-5485 is classified as a high-severity vulnerability due to its potential for causing a buffer overflow.
2
How do I fix CVE-2017-5485?
To fix CVE-2017-5485, you should upgrade tcpdump to version 4.9.0 or later.
3
What impact does CVE-2017-5485 have on systems?
CVE-2017-5485 can lead to denial of service or arbitrary code execution due to the buffer overflow.
4
Which versions of tcpdump are affected by CVE-2017-5485?
CVE-2017-5485 affects tcpdump versions prior to 4.9.0.
5
Is there a workaround for CVE-2017-5485?
There is no known workaround for CVE-2017-5485; updating to a secure version is recommended.