Stack-based Buffer Overflow in ConnMan Affects Intel and Various Linux Distributions
CVE-2017-12865
9.8CRITICAL
What is CVE-2017-12865?
A stack-based buffer overflow vulnerability exists in ConnMan versions 1.34 and earlier. This flaw arises in the 'dnsproxy.c' file, where remote attackers can exploit a crafted response query string directed at the 'name' variable. Successful exploitation could lead to a denial of service condition or enable attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected systems. This vulnerability underscores the importance of secure coding practices and timely patching to mitigate risks in IoT devices and Linux systems.