CVE-2017-12814
UnknownEPSS 6.98%
Last modified
CVE-2017-12814 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Stack-based buffer overflow in the CPerlHost::Add method in win32/perlhost.h in Perl before 5.24.3-RC1 and 5.26.x before 5.26.1-RC1 on Windows allows attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long environment variable.. EPSS estimates a 6.98% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Stack-based buffer overflow in the CPerlHost::Add method in win32/perlhost.h in Perl before 5.24.3-RC1 and 5.26.x before 5.26.1-RC1 on Windows allows attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long environment variable.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Perl | Perl | <= 5.24.2 |
| Perl | Perl | 5.26.0 |
References
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/101051Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://perl5.git.perl.org/perl.git/log/refs/tags/v5.24.3-RC1Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
- https://perl5.git.perl.org/perl.git/log/refs/tags/v5.26.1-RC1Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
- https://rt.perl.org/Public/Bug/Display.html?id=131665Exploit, Patch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/101051Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://perl5.git.perl.org/perl.git/log/refs/tags/v5.24.3-RC1Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
- https://perl5.git.perl.org/perl.git/log/refs/tags/v5.26.1-RC1Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
- https://rt.perl.org/Public/Bug/Display.html?id=131665Exploit, Patch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2017-12814?
Stack-based buffer overflow in the CPerlHost::Add method in win32/perlhost.h in Perl before 5.24.3-RC1 and 5.26.x before 5.26.1-RC1 on Windows allows attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long environment variable.
How severe is CVE-2017-12814?
Severity scoring for CVE-2017-12814 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 6.98% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2017-12814?
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-2017-12814?
Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.
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