CVE-2019-11577: Buffer Overflow
Published Apr 28, 2019
·Updated
dhcpcd before 7.2.1 contains a buffer overflow in dhcp6findna in dhcp6.c when reading NA/TA addresses.
Affected Software
1 affected component
Dhcpcd Project Dhcpcd<7.2.1
Remediation
Event History
Apr 28, 2019
CVE Published
via MITRE·03:22 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·03:22 PM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2019-11577?
CVE-2019-11577 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential to cause a buffer overflow.
2
How do I fix CVE-2019-11577?
To fix CVE-2019-11577, upgrade to dhcpcd version 7.2.1 or later.
3
What software is affected by CVE-2019-11577?
CVE-2019-11577 affects dhcpcd versions prior to 7.2.1.
4
What is the nature of CVE-2019-11577?
CVE-2019-11577 is a buffer overflow vulnerability occurring in the dhcp6_findna function when processing NA/TA addresses.
5
Can CVE-2019-11577 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2019-11577 can potentially be exploited remotely if the vulnerable version of dhcpcd is used.