CVE-2019-15938: Buffer Overflow
First published: Thu Sep 05 2019(Updated: )
Pengutronix barebox through 2019.08.1 has a remote buffer overflow in nfs_readlink_req in fs/nfs.c because a length field is directly used for a memcpy.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Barebox | <=2019.08.1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2019-15938?
CVE-2019-15938 has been assigned a medium severity level due to its potential for a remote buffer overflow vulnerability.
How do I fix CVE-2019-15938?
To fix CVE-2019-15938, upgrade to a version of Barebox that is newer than 2019.08.1, which includes a patch for the vulnerability.
What versions of Barebox are affected by CVE-2019-15938?
Barebox versions up to and including 2019.08.1 are affected by CVE-2019-15938.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2019-15938?
CVE-2019-15938 is a remote buffer overflow vulnerability that can be exploited through the NFS protocol.
Which component of Barebox is impacted by CVE-2019-15938?
CVE-2019-15938 specifically impacts the nfs_readlink_req function in the fs/nfs.c file of Barebox.
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