REDHAT-BUG-1488939: Buffer Overflow

Published Sep 6, 2017

Updated

There is a stack-based buffer overflow in Liblouis 3.2.0, triggered in the function includeFile() in compileTranslationTable.c, that will lead to a denial of service attack.

Product bug:

https://bugzilla.redhat.com/showbug.cgi?id=1484334

Affected Software

1 affected component

Liblouis Liblouis

Event History

Sep 6, 2017

Data Sourced

via Red Hat·01:38 PM

DescriptionSeverityAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of REDHAT-BUG-1488939?

The severity of REDHAT-BUG-1488939 is critical due to the stack-based buffer overflow that can lead to a denial of service.

How do I fix REDHAT-BUG-1488939?

To fix REDHAT-BUG-1488939, update Liblouis to the latest version where the vulnerability has been patched.

What products are affected by REDHAT-BUG-1488939?

REDHAT-BUG-1488939 affects Liblouis version 3.2.0 and potentially earlier versions.

What type of vulnerability is REDHAT-BUG-1488939?

REDHAT-BUG-1488939 is classified as a stack-based buffer overflow vulnerability.

What can be the consequences of REDHAT-BUG-1488939?

The consequences of REDHAT-BUG-1488939 include potential denial of service attacks, making the affected system unresponsive.