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CVE-2015-8035

2.6 · LOW

The xz_decomp function in xzlib.c in libxml2 2.9.1 does not properly detect compression errors, which allows context-dependent attackers to cause a denial of service (process hang) via crafted XML…

Published Nov 18, 2015debianCWE-399EPSS 3.26%

Overview

CVE-2015-8035 is a low-severity vulnerability affecting debian debian_linux. It was published on November 18, 2015 and has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 2.6 (LOW).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 2.6, rated LOW. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

Technical description

The xz_decomp function in xzlib.c in libxml2 2.9.1 does not properly detect compression errors, which allows context-dependent attackers to cause a denial of service (process hang) via crafted XML data.

Remediation

Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from debian. Update debian_linux to the latest patched version. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

Affected products

VendorProductVersionsStatus
appleiphone_os0Affected
applemac_os_x0Affected
appletvos0Affected
applewatchos0Affected

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2015-8035?

CVE-2015-8035 is a low-severity vulnerability affecting debian debian_linux. It was published on November 18, 2015 and has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 2.6 (LOW).

How severe is CVE-2015-8035?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 2.6, rated LOW. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-2015-8035?

Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from debian. Update debian_linux to the latest patched version. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

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