Vulnerability Description
Multiple integer overflows in libgfortran might allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (Fortran application crash) via vectors related to array allocation.
CVSS Score
9.8
CRITICAL
CVSS:3.0/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Gnu | Libgfortran | < 4.8 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2014/07/24/1Mailing ListThird Party Advisory
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2014/07/31/6Mailing ListThird Party Advisory
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=1122812Issue TrackingPatchThird Party Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/94849Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://gcc.gnu.org/viewcvs/gcc/trunk/libgfortran/ChangeLog?limit_changes=0&viewRelease NotesVendor Advisory
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2014/07/24/1Mailing ListThird Party Advisory
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2014/07/31/6Mailing ListThird Party Advisory
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=1122812Issue TrackingPatchThird Party Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/94849Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://gcc.gnu.org/viewcvs/gcc/trunk/libgfortran/ChangeLog?limit_changes=0&viewRelease NotesVendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2014-5044?
CVE-2014-5044 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.8 (CRITICAL). Multiple integer overflows in libgfortran might allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (Fortran application crash) via vectors related to array allocation.
How severe is CVE-2014-5044?
CVE-2014-5044 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-2014-5044?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Gnu Libgfortran.