CVE-2017-9304: High severity VirusTotal yara vulnerability

Published May 31, 2017
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Updated

libyara/re.c in the regexp module in YARA 3.5.0 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (stack consumption) via a crafted rule that is mishandled in the yrreemit function.

Affected Software

1 affected component
VirusTotal yara=3.5.0

Event History

May 31, 2017
CVE Published
via MITRE·03:54 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·03:54 AM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2017-9304?

CVE-2017-9304 has been classified as a denial of service vulnerability.

2

How can I mitigate the effects of CVE-2017-9304?

To mitigate CVE-2017-9304, avoid using crafted YARA rules that could exploit the vulnerability.

3

What software versions are affected by CVE-2017-9304?

CVE-2017-9304 specifically affects YARA version 3.5.0.

4

Is there a patch available for CVE-2017-9304?

Yes, a patch has been released to address CVE-2017-9304, and users should update to a later version of YARA.

5

What impact does CVE-2017-9304 have on system performance?

CVE-2017-9304 can lead to stack consumption, resulting in denial of service and affecting system performance.

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