REDHAT-BUG-515205: Use After Free
Published Aug 3, 2009
·Updated
Pointer use-after-free flaws were found in libxml by parsing Notation and Enumeration attribute types. A remote attacker could provide a specially-crafted XML file, which once opened by a local, unsuspecting user would lead to denial of service (application crash).
Affected Software
1 affected component
XML libxml
Event History
Aug 3, 2009
Data Sourced
via Red Hat·10:40 AM
DescriptionSeverityAffected Software
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of REDHAT-BUG-515205?
The severity of REDHAT-BUG-515205 is classified as critical due to the potential for denial of service.
2
How do I fix REDHAT-BUG-515205?
To fix REDHAT-BUG-515205, update to the latest version of libxml that addresses this vulnerability.
3
What type of vulnerability is REDHAT-BUG-515205?
REDHAT-BUG-515205 is a pointer use-after-free vulnerability in libxml.
4
Can REDHAT-BUG-515205 be exploited remotely?
Yes, a remote attacker can exploit REDHAT-BUG-515205 by providing a specially-crafted XML file.
5
What could be the consequence of exploiting REDHAT-BUG-515205?
Exploiting REDHAT-BUG-515205 could lead to a denial of service by crashing the application.