Out-of-bounds Read Affecting libxml2-python package, versions *


Severity

Recommended
low

Based on CentOS security rating

    Threat Intelligence

    EPSS
    0.19% (58th percentile)

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  • Snyk ID SNYK-CENTOS6-LIBXML2PYTHON-1989420
  • published 26 Jul 2021
  • disclosed 28 Nov 2016

How to fix?

There is no fixed version for Centos:6 libxml2-python.

NVD Description

Note: Versions mentioned in the description apply only to the upstream libxml2-python package and not the libxml2-python package as distributed by Centos. See How to fix? for Centos:6 relevant fixed versions and status.

The htmlParseTryOrFinish function in HTMLparser.c in libxml2 2.9.4 allows attackers to cause a denial of service (buffer over-read) or information disclosure.