CVE-2019-7165: Buffer Overflow
Published Jun 28, 2019
·Updated
A buffer overflow in DOSBox 0.74-2 allows attackers to execute arbitrary code.
Affected Software
6 affected componentsFixes available
debian/dosbox
0.74-3-30.74-3-40.74-3-5
debian/dosbox<=0.74-4.2+deb9u1, <=0.74-4, <=0.74-2-3
0.74-2-3+deb10u10.74-4.2+deb9u20.74-3-1
DOSBox DOSBox=0.74-2
Debian Debian Linux=8.0
Debian Debian Linux=9.0
Fedoraproject Fedora=30
Event History
Jul 3, 2019
CVE Published
via MITRE·05:25 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·05:25 PM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2019-7165?
CVE-2019-7165 has a high severity rating due to the potential for arbitrary code execution.
2
How do I fix CVE-2019-7165?
To fix CVE-2019-7165, upgrade DOSBox to version 0.74-3-3 or higher.
3
Which versions of DOSBox are affected by CVE-2019-7165?
CVE-2019-7165 affects DOSBox version 0.74-2.
4
What platforms are vulnerable to CVE-2019-7165?
CVE-2019-7165 affects DOSBox installations on various platforms including Debian and Fedora.
5
Can CVE-2019-7165 lead to system compromise?
Yes, CVE-2019-7165 can lead to system compromise through arbitrary code execution.