CVE-2011-5320
UnknownEPSS 0.47%
Last modified
CVE-2011-5320 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. scanf and related functions in glibc before 2.15 allow local users to cause a denial of service (segmentation fault) via a large string of 0s.. EPSS estimates a 0.47% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
scanf and related functions in glibc before 2.15 allow local users to cause a denial of service (segmentation fault) via a large string of 0s.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Gnu | Glibc | <= 2.14.1 |
References
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2015/03/12/14Third Party Advisory
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=1196745Third Party Advisory
- https://sourceware.org/bugzilla/show_bug.cgi?id=13138#c4Issue Tracking
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2015/03/12/14Third Party Advisory
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=1196745Third Party Advisory
- https://sourceware.org/bugzilla/show_bug.cgi?id=13138#c4Issue Tracking
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2011-5320?
scanf and related functions in glibc before 2.15 allow local users to cause a denial of service (segmentation fault) via a large string of 0s.
How severe is CVE-2011-5320?
Severity scoring for CVE-2011-5320 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.47% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2011-5320?
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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