CVE-2023-0687: Buffer Overflow
First published: Mon Feb 06 2023(Updated: )
** DISPUTED ** A vulnerability was found in GNU C Library 2.38. It has been declared as critical. This vulnerability affects the function __monstartup of the file gmon.c of the component Call Graph Monitor. The manipulation leads to buffer overflow. It is recommended to apply a patch to fix this issue. VDB-220246 is the identifier assigned to this vulnerability. NOTE: The real existence of this vulnerability is still doubted at the moment. The inputs that induce this vulnerability are basically addresses of the running application that is built with gmon enabled. It's basically trusted input or input that needs an actual security flaw to be compromised or controlled.
Credit: cna@vuldb.com cna@vuldb.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| GNU glibc | =2.38 | |
| GNU glibc | <2.38 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2023-0687?
The severity of CVE-2023-0687 is critical (9.8).
What component of GNU C Library is affected by CVE-2023-0687?
The buffer overflow vulnerability in CVE-2023-0687 affects the Call Graph Monitor component of GNU C Library.
How can I fix CVE-2023-0687?
It is recommended to apply a patch to fix the buffer overflow vulnerability in CVE-2023-0687. Please refer to the provided references for more information.
What is the Common Weakness Enumeration (CWE) ID for CVE-2023-0687?
The Common Weakness Enumeration (CWE) ID for CVE-2023-0687 is CWE-119 and CWE-120.
Are there any additional references for CVE-2023-0687?
Yes, you can find additional references for CVE-2023-0687 at the following links: [Link 1](https://patchwork.sourceware.org/project/glibc/patch/20230204114138.5436-1-leo@yuriev.ru/), [Link 2](https://sourceware.org/bugzilla/show_bug.cgi?id=29444), [Link 3](https://vuldb.com/?ctiid.220246).
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