CVE-2017-6387: Medium severity Radare Radare2 vulnerability

Published Mar 2, 2017
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Updated

The dexloadcode function in libr/bin/p/bindex.c in radare2 1.2.1 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (out-of-bounds read and application crash) via a crafted DEX file.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Radare Radare2=1.2.1

Event History

Mar 2, 2017
CVE Published
via MITRE·01:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·01:00 AM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·01:59 AM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2017-6387?

CVE-2017-6387 has a severity rating that indicates it can lead to denial of service due to an out-of-bounds read.

2

How do I fix CVE-2017-6387?

To fix CVE-2017-6387, update radare2 to a version that has addressed this vulnerability.

3

What type of attack does CVE-2017-6387 facilitate?

CVE-2017-6387 facilitates a denial of service attack through the processing of a malicious DEX file.

4

Which versions of radare2 are affected by CVE-2017-6387?

CVE-2017-6387 specifically affects radare2 version 1.2.1.

5

What component of radare2 is impacted by CVE-2017-6387?

The dex_loadcode function in libr/bin/p/bin_dex.c is the component impacted by CVE-2017-6387.

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