CVE-2017-11592: Buffer Overflow
First published: Mon Jul 24 2017(Updated: )
There is a Mismatched Memory Management Routines vulnerability in the Exiv2::FileIo::seek function of Exiv2 0.26 that will lead to a remote denial of service attack (heap memory corruption) via crafted input.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| CentOS Dos2unix | =0.26 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-11592?
The severity of CVE-2017-11592 is classified as important due to the potential for remote denial of service attacks.
How do I fix CVE-2017-11592?
To fix CVE-2017-11592, upgrade Exiv2 to version 0.27 or later, as the vulnerability has been addressed in those releases.
What type of attack is possible with CVE-2017-11592?
CVE-2017-11592 allows for a remote denial of service attack caused by heap memory corruption.
Which version of Exiv2 is affected by CVE-2017-11592?
Only Exiv2 version 0.26 is affected by CVE-2017-11592.
What functions are related to the vulnerability in CVE-2017-11592?
The vulnerability in CVE-2017-11592 is related to the Exiv2::FileIo::seek function.
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