CVE-2017-7607
First published: Sun Apr 09 2017(Updated: )
Last updated 24 July 2024
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| debian/elfutils | 0.183-1 0.188-2.1 0.191-2 | |
| CentOS Elfutils | =0.168 |
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Reference Links
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2019-06/msg00052.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/98608
- https://blogs.gentoo.org/ago/2017/04/03/elfutils-heap-based-buffer-overflow-in-handle_gnu_hash-readelf-c
- https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/201710-10
- https://usn.ubuntu.com/3670-1/
- https://launchpad.net/bugs/cve/CVE-2017-7607
- https://sourceware.org/bugzilla/show_bug.cgi?id=21299
- https://blogs.gentoo.org/ago/2017/04/03/elfutils-heap-based-buffer-overflow-in-handle_gnu_hash-readelf-c/
- https://security-tracker.debian.org/tracker/CVE-2017-7607
- https://cve.mitre.org/cgi-bin/cvename.cgi?name=CVE-2017-7607
- https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2017-7607
- https://ubuntu.com/security/CVE-2017-7607
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-7607?
CVE-2017-7607 has been classified as a denial of service vulnerability due to a heap-based buffer over-read that can cause application crashes.
How do I fix CVE-2017-7607?
To fix CVE-2017-7607, update the elfutils package to version 0.183-1 or later in Debian systems.
What software is affected by CVE-2017-7607?
CVE-2017-7607 affects elfutils version 0.168 specifically, alongside its packages in Debian.
Can CVE-2017-7607 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2017-7607 can be exploited by remote attackers through specially crafted ELF files.
What are the consequences of exploiting CVE-2017-7607?
Exploiting CVE-2017-7607 can lead to application crashes and denial of service, impacting system availability.
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