CVE-2017-7476
UnknownEPSS 3.69%
Last modified
CVE-2017-7476 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Gnulib before 2017-04-26 has a heap-based buffer overflow with the TZ environment variable. The error is in the save_abbr function in time_rz.c.. EPSS estimates a 3.69% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Gnulib before 2017-04-26 has a heap-based buffer overflow with the TZ environment variable. The error is in the save_abbr function in time_rz.c.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Gnulib | Gnulib | <= 2017-04-25 |
References
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/98098Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=1444774Exploit, Issue Tracking, Mitigation, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=1445185Issue Tracking, Patch, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://security-tracker.debian.org/tracker/CVE-2017-7476Third Party Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/98098Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=1444774Exploit, Issue Tracking, Mitigation, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=1445185Issue Tracking, Patch, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://security-tracker.debian.org/tracker/CVE-2017-7476Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2017-7476?
Gnulib before 2017-04-26 has a heap-based buffer overflow with the TZ environment variable. The error is in the save_abbr function in time_rz.c.
How severe is CVE-2017-7476?
Severity scoring for CVE-2017-7476 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 3.69% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2017-7476?
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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