CVE-2015-5237
HIGHCVSS 8.8/10EPSS 5.06%
Last modified
CVE-2015-5237 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 8.8/10 on the CVSS scale. protobuf allows remote authenticated attackers to cause a heap-based buffer overflow.. EPSS estimates a 5.06% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
protobuf allows remote authenticated attackers to cause a heap-based buffer overflow.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Protobuf | <= 3.1.0 |
References
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2015/08/27/2Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=1256426Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/google/protobuf/issues/760Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2015/08/27/2Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=1256426Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/google/protobuf/issues/760Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2015-5237?
protobuf allows remote authenticated attackers to cause a heap-based buffer overflow.
How severe is CVE-2015-5237?
CVE-2015-5237 has a CVSS score of 8.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 5.06% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2015-5237?
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.
Are you affected by CVE-2015-5237?
Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.
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