CVE-2019-8904
UnknownEPSS 2.49%
Last modified
CVE-2019-8904 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. do_bid_note in readelf.c in libmagic.a in file 5.35 has a stack-based buffer over-read, related to file_printf and file_vprintf.. EPSS estimates a 2.49% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
do_bid_note in readelf.c in libmagic.a in file 5.35 has a stack-based buffer over-read, related to file_printf and file_vprintf.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| File Project | File | 5.35 |
| Canonical | Ubuntu Linux | 16.04 |
| Canonical | Ubuntu Linux | 18.04 |
| Canonical | Ubuntu Linux | 18.10 |
References
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/107130Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://bugs.astron.com/view.php?id=62Exploit, Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
- https://usn.ubuntu.com/3911-1/Third Party Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/107130Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://bugs.astron.com/view.php?id=62Exploit, Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
- https://usn.ubuntu.com/3911-1/Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2019-8904?
do_bid_note in readelf.c in libmagic.a in file 5.35 has a stack-based buffer over-read, related to file_printf and file_vprintf.
How severe is CVE-2019-8904?
Severity scoring for CVE-2019-8904 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 2.49% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2019-8904?
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-2019-8904?
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