CWE
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Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2019-1000006: Buffer Overflow

First published: Mon Feb 04 2019(Updated: )

RIOT RIOT-OS version after commit 7af03ab624db0412c727eed9ab7630a5282e2fd3 contains a Buffer Overflow vulnerability in sock_dns, an implementation of the DNS protocol utilizing the RIOT sock API that can result in Remote code executing. This attack appears to be exploitable via network connectivity.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Riot-os Riot>=2017.04<2018.10.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2019-1000006?

    CVE-2019-1000006 is classified as a critical vulnerability due to the potential for remote code execution.

  • How do I fix CVE-2019-1000006?

    To mitigate CVE-2019-1000006, users should update to a version of RIOT OS that includes the fix for this vulnerability.

  • What is affected by CVE-2019-1000006?

    CVE-2019-1000006 affects RIOT-OS versions after commit 7af03ab624db0412c727eed9ab7630a5282e2fd3 and before version 2018.10.1.

  • Can CVE-2019-1000006 be exploited remotely?

    Yes, CVE-2019-1000006 can be exploited remotely via network connectivity, allowing potential attackers to execute arbitrary code.

  • What component is primarily involved in CVE-2019-1000006?

    The sock_dns component, part of the DNS implementation in RIOT OS, is primarily involved in CVE-2019-1000006.

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