Integer Overflow Vulnerability in GCC Compiler by Red Hat
CVE-2002-2439

7.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Gnu
Status
Gcc
Vendor
CVE Published:
23 October 2019

What is CVE-2002-2439?

The vulnerability arises from an integer overflow in the new[] operator within the GNU Compiler Collection (GCC) prior to version 4.8.0. This flaw can potentially allow attackers to exploit the compiler with unspecified consequences, possibly affecting the integrity and security of the compiled applications. It is crucial for users of affected versions to update their systems to prevent any exploitation of this issue.

Affected Version(s)

gcc 4.8.0

References

https://security-tracker.debian.org/tracker/CVE-2002-2439
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https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=CVE-2002-2439
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https://access.redhat.com/security/cve/cve-2002-2439
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
7.8
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
Low
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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CVE-2002-2439 : Integer Overflow Vulnerability in GCC Compiler by Red Hat