CVE-2017-6415: Null Pointer Dereference
Published Mar 2, 2017
·Updated
The dexparsedebugitem function in libr/bin/p/bindex.c in radare2 1.2.1 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (NULL pointer dereference and application crash) via a crafted DEX file.
Affected Software
1 affected component
Radare Radare2=1.2.1
Remediation
Patch Available
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
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What is the severity of CVE-2017-6415?
CVE-2017-6415 has a severity rating that indicates it can lead to a denial of service due to a NULL pointer dereference.
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How do I fix CVE-2017-6415?
To remediate CVE-2017-6415, upgrade to a version of radare2 later than 1.2.1 that addresses this vulnerability.
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What type of vulnerability is CVE-2017-6415?
CVE-2017-6415 is a denial of service vulnerability caused by a code flaw in the handling of crafted DEX files.
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Who can be affected by CVE-2017-6415?
Users of radare2 version 1.2.1 or earlier who process untrusted DEX files are at risk due to CVE-2017-6415.
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What is the impact of CVE-2017-6415?
The impact of CVE-2017-6415 is that it can cause the application to crash.