CVE-2015-8979
UnknownEPSS 3.91%
Last modified
CVE-2015-8979 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Stack-based buffer overflow in the parsePresentationContext function in storescp in DICOM dcmtk-3.6.0 and earlier allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (segmentation fault) via a long string sent to TCP port 4242.. EPSS estimates a 3.91% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Stack-based buffer overflow in the parsePresentationContext function in storescp in DICOM dcmtk-3.6.0 and earlier allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (segmentation fault) via a long string sent to TCP port 4242.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Debian | Debian Linux | 8.0 |
| Dicom | Dcmtk | <= 3.6.0 |
References
- http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/140191/DCMTK-storescp-DICOM-storage-C-STORE-SCP-Remote-Stack-Buffer-Overflow.htmlExploit, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- http://www.debian.org/security/2016/dsa-3749Third Party Advisory
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/12/18/2Mailing List, Patch, Third Party Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/94951Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- http://www.zeroscience.mk/en/vulnerabilities/ZSL-2016-5384.phpExploit, Technical Description, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=1405919Issue Tracking, Patch, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/140191/DCMTK-storescp-DICOM-storage-C-STORE-SCP-Remote-Stack-Buffer-Overflow.htmlExploit, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- http://www.debian.org/security/2016/dsa-3749Third Party Advisory
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/12/18/2Mailing List, Patch, Third Party Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/94951Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- http://www.zeroscience.mk/en/vulnerabilities/ZSL-2016-5384.phpExploit, Technical Description, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=1405919Issue Tracking, Patch, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2015-8979?
Stack-based buffer overflow in the parsePresentationContext function in storescp in DICOM dcmtk-3.6.0 and earlier allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (segmentation fault) via a long string sent to TCP port 4242.
How severe is CVE-2015-8979?
Severity scoring for CVE-2015-8979 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 3.91% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2015-8979?
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-2015-8979?
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