CVE-2017-8929

7.5 HIGH
Published: May 14, 2017 Modified: May 13, 2026
View on NVD

Description

The sized_string_cmp function in libyara/sizedstr.c in YARA 3.5.0 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (use-after-free and application crash) via a crafted rule.

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CVSS v3.x Details

0.0 Low Medium High Critical 10.0
Vector String
CVSS:3.0/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H

References to Advisories, Solutions, and Tools

Patch Vendor Advisory Exploit Third Party Advisory
https://github.com/VirusTotal/yara/issues/658
Source: cve@mitre.org
Issue Tracking Patch
https://github.com/VirusTotal/yara/issues/658
Source: af854a3a-2127-422b-91ae-364da2661108
Issue Tracking Patch

4 reference(s) from NVD

Quick Stats

CVSS v3 Score
7.5 / 10.0
EPSS (Exploit Probability)
1.8%
76th percentile
Exploitation Status
Not in CISA KEV

Weaknesses (CWE)

Affected Vendors

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