CVE-2017-5953: Integer Overflow
First published: Fri Feb 10 2017(Updated: )
Last updated 24 July 2024
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| SUSE Vim | <=8.0.0055 | |
| debian/neovim | 0.4.4-1 0.7.2-7 0.10.4-8 | |
| debian/vim | 2:8.2.2434-3+deb11u1 2:8.2.2434-3+deb11u3 2:9.0.1378-2+deb12u2 2:9.1.1230-1 |
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Reference Links
- http://www.debian.org/security/2017/dsa-3786
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/96217
- https://github.com/vim/vim/commit/399c297aa93afe2c0a39e2a1b3f972aebba44c9d
- https://groups.google.com/forum/#!topic/vim_dev/t-3RSdEnrHY
- https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/201706-26
- https://usn.ubuntu.com/4016-1/
- https://usn.ubuntu.com/4309-1/
- https://groups.google.com/forum/#%21topic/vim_dev/t-3RSdEnrHY
- https://launchpad.net/bugs/cve/CVE-2017-5953
- https://security-tracker.debian.org/tracker/CVE-2017-5953
- https://cve.mitre.org/cgi-bin/cvename.cgi?name=CVE-2017-5953
- https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2017-5953
- https://ubuntu.com/security/CVE-2017-5953
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-5953?
CVE-2017-5953 is classified as a high-severity vulnerability due to its potential for causing buffer overflows.
How do I fix CVE-2017-5953?
To fix CVE-2017-5953, upgrade your Vim installation to version 8.0.0322 or later.
Which versions are affected by CVE-2017-5953?
CVE-2017-5953 affects Vim versions prior to 8.0.0322 and specific Debian packages of Neovim and Vim.
What impact does CVE-2017-5953 have on vulnerable systems?
CVE-2017-5953 can lead to integer overflows and buffer overflows, potentially allowing an attacker to execute arbitrary code.
Is CVE-2017-5953 actively exploited?
As of the latest information, there are no confirmed active exploits specifically targeting CVE-2017-5953.
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