CVE-2010-5109
UnknownEPSS 2.39%
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CVE-2010-5109 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Off-by-one error in the DecompressRTF function in ytnef.c in Yerase's TNEF Stream Reader allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) via a crafted TNEF file, which triggers a buffer overflow.. EPSS estimates a 2.39% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Off-by-one error in the DecompressRTF function in ytnef.c in Yerase's TNEF Stream Reader allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) via a crafted TNEF file, which triggers a buffer overflow.
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Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Randall Hand | Yerase\'S Tnef Stream Reader | All versions |
| Fedoraproject | Fedora | 16 |
| Fedoraproject | Fedora | 17 |
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Timeline
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- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2010-5109?
Off-by-one error in the DecompressRTF function in ytnef.c in Yerase's TNEF Stream Reader allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) via a crafted TNEF file, which triggers a buffer overflow.
How severe is CVE-2010-5109?
Severity scoring for CVE-2010-5109 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 2.39% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2010-5109?
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