CVE-2017-9729
UnknownEPSS 1.08%
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CVE-2017-9729 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. In uClibc 0.9.33.2, there is stack exhaustion (uncontrolled recursion) in the check_dst_limits_calc_pos_1 function in misc/regex/regexec.c when processing a crafted regular expression.. EPSS estimates a 1.08% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
In uClibc 0.9.33.2, there is stack exhaustion (uncontrolled recursion) in the check_dst_limits_calc_pos_1 function in misc/regex/regexec.c when processing a crafted regular expression.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Uclibc | Uclibc | 0.9.33.2 |
References
- http://openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2017/06/16/4Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
- http://openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2017/06/16/4Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2017-9729?
In uClibc 0.9.33.2, there is stack exhaustion (uncontrolled recursion) in the check_dst_limits_calc_pos_1 function in misc/regex/regexec.c when processing a crafted regular expression.
How severe is CVE-2017-9729?
Severity scoring for CVE-2017-9729 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.08% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2017-9729?
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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