CVE-2017-11576: Buffer Overflow
Published Jul 23, 2017
·Updated
FontForge 20161012 does not ensure a positive size in a weight vector memcpy call in readcfftopdict (parsettf.c) resulting in DoS via a crafted otf file.
Affected Software
1 affected component
FontForge FontForge=20161012
Remediation
Patch Available
Event History
Jul 23, 2017
CVE Published
via MITRE·10:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·10:00 PM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2017-11576?
CVE-2017-11576 has been classified as a denial of service vulnerability.
2
How does CVE-2017-11576 impact FontForge?
CVE-2017-11576 can lead to a denial of service due to improper handling of sizes in a memcpy call.
3
What versions of FontForge are affected by CVE-2017-11576?
CVE-2017-11576 affects FontForge version 20161012.
4
How do I fix CVE-2017-11576?
To fix CVE-2017-11576, upgrade to a newer version of FontForge that has addressed this vulnerability.
5
Can CVE-2017-11576 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2017-11576 can be exploited remotely by using a crafted OpenType font file.