CVE-2015-8984
UnknownEPSS 2.43%
Last modified
CVE-2015-8984 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The fnmatch function in the GNU C Library (aka glibc or libc6) before 2.22 might allow context-dependent attackers to cause a denial of service (application crash) via a malformed pattern, which triggers an out-of-bounds read.. EPSS estimates a 2.43% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The fnmatch function in the GNU C Library (aka glibc or libc6) before 2.22 might allow context-dependent attackers to cause a denial of service (application crash) via a malformed pattern, which triggers an out-of-bounds read.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Gnu | Glibc | <= 2.21 |
References
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2015/02/26/5Mailing List, Patch, Third Party Advisory
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2017/02/14/9Mailing List, Patch, Third Party Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/72789Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://sourceware.org/bugzilla/show_bug.cgi?id=18032Issue Tracking, Patch
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2015/02/26/5Mailing List, Patch, Third Party Advisory
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2017/02/14/9Mailing List, Patch, Third Party Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/72789Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://sourceware.org/bugzilla/show_bug.cgi?id=18032Issue Tracking, Patch
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2015-8984?
The fnmatch function in the GNU C Library (aka glibc or libc6) before 2.22 might allow context-dependent attackers to cause a denial of service (application crash) via a malformed pattern, which triggers an out-of-bounds read.
How severe is CVE-2015-8984?
Severity scoring for CVE-2015-8984 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 2.43% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2015-8984?
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-2015-8984?
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