SB2018030803 - Slackware Linux update for php 



SB2018030803 - Slackware Linux update for php

Published: March 8, 2018

Security Bulletin ID SB2018030803
Severity
Low
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities 1
Exploitation vector Remote access
Highest impact Denial of service

Breakdown by Severity

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Description

This security bulletin contains information about 1 security vulnerability.


1) Stack-based buffer overflow (CVE-ID: CVE-2018-7584)

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to cause DoS condition on the target system.

The weakness exists due to stack-based buffer overflow when handling malicious input. A remote attacker can send specially crafted HTTP response packets, trigger memory corruption and cause the application to crash.

Remediation

Install update from vendor's website.