Vulnerability Description
The handle_gnu_hash function in readelf.c in elfutils 0.168 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (heap-based buffer over-read and application crash) via a crafted ELF 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Elfutils Project | Elfutils | 0.168 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2019-06/msg00052.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/98608
- https://blogs.gentoo.org/ago/2017/04/03/elfutils-heap-based-buffer-overflow-in-hExploitPatchThird Party Advisory
- https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/201710-10
- https://usn.ubuntu.com/3670-1/
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2019-06/msg00052.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/98608
- https://blogs.gentoo.org/ago/2017/04/03/elfutils-heap-based-buffer-overflow-in-hExploitPatchThird Party Advisory
- https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/201710-10
- https://usn.ubuntu.com/3670-1/
FAQ
What is CVE-2017-7607?
CVE-2017-7607 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.5 (MEDIUM). The handle_gnu_hash function in readelf.c in elfutils 0.168 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (heap-based buffer over-read and application crash) via a crafted ELF file.
How severe is CVE-2017-7607?
CVE-2017-7607 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-2017-7607?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Elfutils Project Elfutils.