REDHAT-BUG-1488942: Buffer Overflow
Published Sep 6, 2017
·Updated
There is a buffer overflow in Liblouis 3.2.0, triggered in the function loushowString() in utils.c, that will lead to a denial of service attack.
Product bug:
https://bugzilla.redhat.com/showbug.cgi?id=1484335
Affected Software
1 affected component
Liblouis Liblouis
Event History
Sep 6, 2017
Data Sourced
via Red Hat·01:39 PM
DescriptionSeverityAffected Software
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of REDHAT-BUG-1488942?
The severity of REDHAT-BUG-1488942 is categorized as high due to the potential denial of service impact.
2
How do I fix REDHAT-BUG-1488942?
To fix REDHAT-BUG-1488942, you should upgrade to the latest version of Liblouis that addresses this vulnerability.
3
What type of vulnerability is REDHAT-BUG-1488942?
REDHAT-BUG-1488942 is classified as a buffer overflow vulnerability.
4
What impact does the buffer overflow in REDHAT-BUG-1488942 have?
The buffer overflow in REDHAT-BUG-1488942 can lead to a denial of service attack.
5
Which product is affected by REDHAT-BUG-1488942?
The product affected by REDHAT-BUG-1488942 is Liblouis version 3.2.0.