CVE-2017-8585: Input Validation
First published: Tue Jul 11 2017(Updated: )
Microsoft .NET Framework 4.6, 4.6.1, 4.6.2, and 4.7 allow an attacker to send specially crafted requests to a .NET web application, resulting in denial of service, aka .NET Denial of Service Vulnerability.
Credit: secure@microsoft.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| redhat/dotnetcore | <1.0.7 | 1.0.7 |
| redhat/dotnetcore | <1.1.4 | 1.1.4 |
| Microsoft .NET Framework 4 | =4.6 | |
| Microsoft .NET Framework 4 | =4.6.1 | |
| Microsoft .NET Framework 4 | =4.6.2 | |
| Microsoft .NET Framework 4 | =4.7 |
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Reference Links
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/99432
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1038864
- https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2017:3248
- https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-us/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2017-8585
- https://github.com/dotnet/announcements/issues/34
- https://github.com/dotnet/corefx/issues/24703
- https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2017-8585
- https://www.sidertia.com/Home/Community/Blog/2017/07/14/Microsoft-fixes-the-CVE-2017-8585-security-vulnerability-discovered-by-Sidertia-Team
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=1512982
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-8585?
CVE-2017-8585 is considered a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential to cause denial of service.
How do I fix CVE-2017-8585?
To fix CVE-2017-8585, it is recommended to update the Microsoft .NET Framework to the latest version provided by Microsoft.
What platforms are affected by CVE-2017-8585?
CVE-2017-8585 affects Microsoft .NET Framework versions 4.6, 4.6.1, 4.6.2, and 4.7.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2017-8585?
CVE-2017-8585 is a denial of service vulnerability caused by improper handling of culture parameters.
Can CVE-2017-8585 be exploited remotely?
Yes, an attacker can exploit CVE-2017-8585 remotely by sending specially crafted requests to a vulnerable .NET web application.
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