CVE-2017-1000044: Buffer Overflow
Published Jul 13, 2017
·Updated
gtk-vnc 0.4.2 and older doesn't check framebuffer boundaries correctly when updating framebuffer which may lead to memory corruption when rendering
Affected Software
1 affected component
Gnome gtk-vnc=0.4.2
Remediation
Event History
Jul 13, 2017
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:00 PM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2017-1000044?
CVE-2017-1000044 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to potential memory corruption.
2
How do I fix CVE-2017-1000044?
To fix CVE-2017-1000044, upgrade to gtk-vnc version 0.4.3 or later which addresses the vulnerability.
3
What specific versions are affected by CVE-2017-1000044?
Versions 0.4.2 and older of gtk-vnc are affected by CVE-2017-1000044.
4
What does CVE-2017-1000044 exploit in gtk-vnc?
CVE-2017-1000044 exploits improper boundary checking during framebuffer updates leading to memory corruption.
5
Is CVE-2017-1000044 a known vulnerability in all gtk-vnc installations?
CVE-2017-1000044 is specifically a known vulnerability in installations of gtk-vnc version 0.4.2 and earlier.