CVE-2017-6952: Integer Overflow

Published Mar 16, 2017
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Updated

Integer overflow in the cswinkernelmalloc function in winkernelmm.c in Capstone 3.0.4 and earlier allows attackers to cause a denial of service (heap-based buffer overflow in a kernel driver) or possibly have unspecified other impact via a large value.

Affected Software

2 affected componentsFixes available
pip/capstone<3.0.5rc2
3.0.5rc2
Capstone-engine Capstone<=3.0.4

Remediation

Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.

  1. Upgrade

    Upgrade pip/capstone to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 3.0.5rc2

Event History

Mar 16, 2017
CVE Published
via MITRE·09:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·09:00 PM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·09:59 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
May 17, 2022
Advisory Published
via GitHub·02:51 AM
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2017-6952?

CVE-2017-6952 has a high severity as it allows for a denial of service through a heap-based buffer overflow in a kernel driver.

2

How do I fix CVE-2017-6952?

To fix CVE-2017-6952, upgrade to Capstone version 3.0.5rc2 or later.

3

Which versions of Capstone are affected by CVE-2017-6952?

CVE-2017-6952 affects Capstone versions 3.0.4 and earlier.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2017-6952?

CVE-2017-6952 is an integer overflow vulnerability that can result in a buffer overflow.

5

Can CVE-2017-6952 lead to arbitrary code execution?

CVE-2017-6952 is primarily associated with denial of service and may have other unspecified impacts, but it does not directly indicate arbitrary code execution.

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