CVE-2019-15717
UnknownEPSS 2.49%
Last modified
CVE-2019-15717 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Irssi 1.2.x before 1.2.2 has a use-after-free if the IRC server sends a double CAP.. EPSS estimates a 2.49% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Irssi 1.2.x before 1.2.2 has a use-after-free if the IRC server sends a double CAP.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Irssi | Irssi | >= 1.2.0, < 1.2.2 |
| Canonical | Ubuntu Linux | 19.04 |
References
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2019/08/29/3Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2019/08/29/5Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
- https://irssi.org/security/irssi_sa_2019_08.txtVendor Advisory
- https://usn.ubuntu.com/4119-1/Third Party Advisory
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2019/08/29/3Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2019/08/29/5Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
- https://irssi.org/security/irssi_sa_2019_08.txtVendor Advisory
- https://usn.ubuntu.com/4119-1/Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2019-15717?
Irssi 1.2.x before 1.2.2 has a use-after-free if the IRC server sends a double CAP.
How severe is CVE-2019-15717?
Severity scoring for CVE-2019-15717 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 2.49% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2019-15717?
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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