CVE-2005-3590
Critical
Description
The getgrouplist function in the GNU C library (glibc) before version 2.3.5, when invoked with a zero argument, writes to the passed pointer even if the specified array size is zero, leading to a buffer overflow and potentially allowing attackers to corrupt memory.
SeverityCritical
CVSS9.8
Exploit probability—
Product
Gnu Glibc
PublishedApr 10, 2019
First seenApr 10, 2019
How to fix
Update
- gnu glibc2.3.5 or later
Affected products
| Product | Affected versions | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| gnu glibc | v < 2.3.5 | 2.3.5 |
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