CWE
476
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2017-7274: Null Pointer Dereference

First published: Mon Mar 27 2017(Updated: )

The r_pkcs7_parse_cms function in libr/util/r_pkcs7.c in radare2 1.3.0 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (NULL pointer dereference and application crash) via a crafted PE file.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Radare2=1.3.0

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2017-7274?

    CVE-2017-7274 is considered to have a medium severity due to its potential to cause a denial of service via application crash.

  • How do I fix CVE-2017-7274?

    To fix CVE-2017-7274, upgrade to a version of radare2 newer than 1.3.0 that contains the security patch addressing this vulnerability.

  • What vulnerability does CVE-2017-7274 expose in radare2?

    CVE-2017-7274 exposes a vulnerability in the r_pkcs7_parse_cms function that can be exploited for denial of service attacks.

  • Which version of radare2 is affected by CVE-2017-7274?

    CVE-2017-7274 affects radare2 version 1.3.0.

  • Can CVE-2017-7274 be exploited remotely?

    Yes, CVE-2017-7274 can be exploited remotely through the processing of a crafted PE file.

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