7.8
CWE
119
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2017-6953: Buffer Overflow

First published: Mon May 08 2017(Updated: )

Gemalto SmartDiag Diagnosis Tool v2.5 has a stack-based Buffer Overflow with SEH Overwrite via long "Register a new card" input fields. There may be a risk of local code execution with untrusted input to SmartDiag.exe or SymDiag.exe.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Gemalto SmartDiag Diagnosis Tool<=2.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2017-6953?

    CVE-2017-6953 has a critical severity due to the potential for local code execution through a stack-based buffer overflow.

  • How do I fix CVE-2017-6953?

    To fix CVE-2017-6953, update to a version of Gemalto SmartDiag Diagnosis Tool later than 2.5 to mitigate the vulnerability.

  • What software is affected by CVE-2017-6953?

    CVE-2017-6953 affects Gemalto SmartDiag Diagnosis Tool version 2.5 and earlier.

  • Can CVE-2017-6953 be exploited remotely?

    CVE-2017-6953 primarily poses a risk of local exploitation through untrusted input, rather than remote attacks.

  • What are the potential consequences of CVE-2017-6953?

    Exploitation of CVE-2017-6953 may lead to local code execution, allowing an attacker to run arbitrary code on the affected system.

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