Vulnerability Description
The VDir::MapPathA and VDir::MapPathW functions in Perl 5.22 allow remote attackers to cause a denial of service (out-of-bounds read) and possibly execute arbitrary code via a crafted (1) drive letter or (2) pInName argument.
CVSS Score
CRITICAL
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Perl | Perl | 5.22 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://www.oracle.com/technetwork/security-advisory/cpujul2017-3236622.html
- https://packetstormsecurity.com/files/136649/Perl-5.22-VDir-MapPathA-W-Out-Of-BoExploitThird Party Advisory
- https://rt.perl.org/Public/Bug/Display.html?id=126755ExploitIssue TrackingPatch
- https://www.oracle.com/security-alerts/cpujul2020.html
- http://www.oracle.com/technetwork/security-advisory/cpujul2017-3236622.html
- https://packetstormsecurity.com/files/136649/Perl-5.22-VDir-MapPathA-W-Out-Of-BoExploitThird Party Advisory
- https://rt.perl.org/Public/Bug/Display.html?id=126755ExploitIssue TrackingPatch
- https://www.oracle.com/security-alerts/cpujul2020.html
FAQ
What is CVE-2015-8608?
CVE-2015-8608 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.8 (CRITICAL). The VDir::MapPathA and VDir::MapPathW functions in Perl 5.22 allow remote attackers to cause a denial of service (out-of-bounds read) and possibly execute arbitrary code via a crafted (1) drive letter...
How severe is CVE-2015-8608?
CVE-2015-8608 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-2015-8608?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Perl Perl.