CVE-2017-8380 Memory corruption in n/a

Critical 9.8 Published 28 Aug 2017 Updated 5 Aug 2024

A buffer overflow in QEMU's megasas_mmio_write function allows remote attackers to cause unspecified impacts, including potential code execution or denial of service.

Exploited in the wild: Not known
Login needed: Not needed
Attackable: Over the internet
Victim action needed: Not needed
Fix: Available

What is CVE-2017-8380?

CVE-2017-8380 is a critical memory corruption vulnerability in Qemu Qemu, published on 28 Aug 2017. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.

Official description

Buffer overflow in the "megasas_mmio_write" function in Qemu 2.9.0 allows remote attackers to have unspecified impact via unknown vectors.

Weakness: CWE-119

Which versions are affected by CVE-2017-8380?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Qemu Qemu.

How do I fix CVE-2017-8380?

Apply the vendor's patch.

Upgrade to the fixed version. Memory-safe languages, compiler hardening and fuzzing prevent most new cases. More about Memory corruption.

Is CVE-2017-8380 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2017-8380 in the wild and no public exploit code.

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Sources

Also known as DEBIAN-CVE-2017-8380, GHSA-4xjw-56mf-3pfv, UBUNTU-CVE-2017-8380.