CVE-2009-1577
UnknownEPSS 7.50%
Last modified
CVE-2009-1577 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Multiple stack-based buffer overflows in the putstring function in find.c in Cscope before 15.6 allow user-assisted remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long (1) function name or (2) symbol in a source-code file.. EPSS estimates a 7.50% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Multiple stack-based buffer overflows in the putstring function in find.c in Cscope before 15.6 allow user-assisted remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long (1) function name or (2) symbol in a source-code file.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Cscope | Cscope | <= 15.5 |
| Cscope | Cscope | 13.0 |
| Cscope | Cscope | 15.0bl2 |
| Cscope | Cscope | 15.1 |
| Cscope | Cscope | 15.3 |
| Cscope | Cscope | 15.4 |
References
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=189666Exploit, Patch
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=189666Exploit, Patch
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2009-1577?
Multiple stack-based buffer overflows in the putstring function in find.c in Cscope before 15.6 allow user-assisted remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long (1) function name or (2) symbol in a source-code file.
How severe is CVE-2009-1577?
Severity scoring for CVE-2009-1577 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 7.50% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2009-1577?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
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