Heap-based Buffer Overflow Vulnerability in Protobuf by Google
CVE-2015-5237

8.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Google
Status
Protobuf
Vendor
CVE Published:
25 September 2017

What is CVE-2015-5237?

The vulnerability in Protobuf allows remote authenticated attackers to exploit a heap-based buffer overflow, potentially leading to arbitrary code execution. This could compromise the security of the affected systems, particularly when handling maliciously crafted input. It is crucial for users of Protobuf to apply the necessary updates to mitigate this security threat.

References

https://github.com/google/protobuf/issues/760
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http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2015/08/27/2
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https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=1256426
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
8.8
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
Low
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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