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CVE-2015-8317

UnknownEPSS 5.75%

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CVE-2015-8317 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The xmlParseXMLDecl function in parser.c in libxml2 before 2.9.3 allows context-dependent attackers to obtain sensitive information via an (1) unterminated encoding value or (2) incomplete XML declaration in XML data, which triggers an out-of-bounds heap read.. EPSS estimates a 5.75% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The xmlParseXMLDecl function in parser.c in libxml2 before 2.9.3 allows context-dependent attackers to obtain sensitive information via an (1) unterminated encoding value or (2) incomplete XML declaration in XML data, which triggers an out-of-bounds heap read.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
5.75%

92.1th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
DebianDebian Linux7.0
DebianDebian Linux8.0
CanonicalUbuntu Linux12.04
CanonicalUbuntu Linux14.04
CanonicalUbuntu Linux15.04
CanonicalUbuntu Linux15.10
XmlsoftLibxml2<= 2.9.2
RedhatEnterprise Linux Desktop6.0
RedhatEnterprise Linux Hpc Node6.0
RedhatEnterprise Linux Server6.0
RedhatEnterprise Linux Workstation6.0
HpIcewall Federation Agent3.0
HpIcewall File Manager3.0

References

Timeline

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Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2015-8317?
The xmlParseXMLDecl function in parser.c in libxml2 before 2.9.3 allows context-dependent attackers to obtain sensitive information via an (1) unterminated encoding value or (2) incomplete XML declaration in XML data, which triggers an out-of-bounds heap read.
How severe is CVE-2015-8317?
Severity scoring for CVE-2015-8317 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 5.75% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2015-8317?
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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Source: NVD / NIST