CVE-2017-5486: Buffer Overflow
First published: Sat Jan 28 2017(Updated: )
The ISO CLNS parser in tcpdump before 4.9.0 has a buffer overflow in print-isoclns.c:clnp_print().
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Tcpdump | <=4.8.1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-5486?
CVE-2017-5486 has a medium severity rating due to the buffer overflow vulnerability in tcpdump.
How do I fix CVE-2017-5486?
You can fix CVE-2017-5486 by upgrading tcpdump to version 4.9.0 or later.
Which versions of tcpdump are affected by CVE-2017-5486?
CVE-2017-5486 affects tcpdump versions prior to 4.9.0.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2017-5486?
CVE-2017-5486 is identified as a buffer overflow vulnerability in the ISO CLNS parser.
What is the potential impact of exploiting CVE-2017-5486?
Exploiting CVE-2017-5486 may lead to arbitrary code execution or crashes of the affected tcpdump application.
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