CVE-2017-8786: Buffer Overflow
Published May 5, 2017
·Updated
pcre2test.c in PCRE2 10.23 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (heap-based buffer overflow) or possibly have unspecified other impact via a crafted regular expression.
Affected Software
1 affected component
PCRE pcre2=10.23
Remediation
Patch Available
Patch Available
Event History
May 5, 2017
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2017-8786?
CVE-2017-8786 has been classified with a severity that allows for a denial of service due to a heap-based buffer overflow.
2
How do I fix CVE-2017-8786?
To mitigate CVE-2017-8786, update PCRE2 to a version higher than 10.23 that addresses this vulnerability.
3
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2017-8786?
CVE-2017-8786 is a heap-based buffer overflow vulnerability affecting the PCRE2 library.
4
Can CVE-2017-8786 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2017-8786 can be exploited by remote attackers through crafted regular expressions.
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Which version of PCRE2 is affected by CVE-2017-8786?
CVE-2017-8786 specifically affects PCRE2 version 10.23.