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CVE-2008-0172

UnknownEPSS 1.96%

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CVE-2008-0172 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The get_repeat_type function in basic_regex_creator.hpp in the Boost regex library (aka Boost.Regex) in Boost 1.33 and 1.34 allows context-dependent attackers to cause a denial of service (NULL dereference and crash) via an invalid regular expression.. EPSS estimates a 1.96% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The get_repeat_type function in basic_regex_creator.hpp in the Boost regex library (aka Boost.Regex) in Boost 1.33 and 1.34 allows context-dependent attackers to cause a denial of service (NULL dereference and crash) via an invalid regular expression.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
1.96%

77.8th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
BoostBoost1.33
BoostBoost1.34

References

Timeline

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Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2008-0172?
The get_repeat_type function in basic_regex_creator.hpp in the Boost regex library (aka Boost.Regex) in Boost 1.33 and 1.34 allows context-dependent attackers to cause a denial of service (NULL dereference and crash) via an invalid regular expression.
How severe is CVE-2008-0172?
Severity scoring for CVE-2008-0172 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.96% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2008-0172?
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Source: NVD / NIST