Vulnerability Description
The _pcre32_xclass function in pcre_xclass.c in libpcre1 in PCRE 8.40 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (invalid memory read) via a crafted file.
CVSS Score
5.5
MEDIUM
CVSS:3.0/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Pcre | Pcre | 8.40 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/97067Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2018:2486
- https://blogs.gentoo.org/ago/2017/03/20/libpcre-invalid-memory-read-in-_pcre32_xThird Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/201710-25
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/97067Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2018:2486
- https://blogs.gentoo.org/ago/2017/03/20/libpcre-invalid-memory-read-in-_pcre32_xThird Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/201710-25
FAQ
What is CVE-2017-7244?
CVE-2017-7244 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.5 (MEDIUM). The _pcre32_xclass function in pcre_xclass.c in libpcre1 in PCRE 8.40 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (invalid memory read) via a crafted file.
How severe is CVE-2017-7244?
CVE-2017-7244 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2017-7244?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Pcre Pcre.