Vulnerability Description
The DoAlert function in the (1) TLS and (2) DTLS implementations in wolfSSL CyaSSL before 2.9.4 allows remote attackers to have unspecified impact and vectors, which trigger memory corruption or an out-of-bounds read.
CVSS Score
CRITICAL
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Wolfssl | Wolfssl | >= 2.5.0, < 2.9.4 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://seclists.org/oss-sec/2014/q2/126Mailing ListThird Party Advisory
- http://seclists.org/oss-sec/2014/q2/130Mailing ListThird Party Advisory
- http://www.wolfssl.com/yaSSL/Blog/Entries/2014/4/11_wolfSSL_Security_Advisory__AVendor Advisory
- http://www.wolfssl.com/yaSSL/Docs-cyassl-changelog.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://seclists.org/oss-sec/2014/q2/126Mailing ListThird Party Advisory
- http://seclists.org/oss-sec/2014/q2/130Mailing ListThird Party Advisory
- http://www.wolfssl.com/yaSSL/Blog/Entries/2014/4/11_wolfSSL_Security_Advisory__AVendor Advisory
- http://www.wolfssl.com/yaSSL/Docs-cyassl-changelog.htmlVendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2014-2896?
CVE-2014-2896 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.8 (CRITICAL). The DoAlert function in the (1) TLS and (2) DTLS implementations in wolfSSL CyaSSL before 2.9.4 allows remote attackers to have unspecified impact and vectors, which trigger memory corruption or an ou...
How severe is CVE-2014-2896?
CVE-2014-2896 has been rated CRITICAL with a CVSS base score of 9.8/10. This is considered a critical vulnerability requiring immediate attention.
Is there a patch for CVE-2014-2896?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Wolfssl Wolfssl.