CVE-2017-11696: Buffer Overflow

Reference Links

• http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/143735/NSS-Buffer-Overflows-Floating-Point-Exception.html
• http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2017/Aug/17
• http://www.geeknik.net/9brdqk6xu
• http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/100345
• http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1039153
• https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/202003-37
• https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/7177223 (Advisory)

Parent vulnerabilities

(Appears in the following advisories)

• IBM-7177223

Frequently Asked Questions

• What is the vulnerability ID for this heap-based buffer overflow?

  The vulnerability ID for this heap-based buffer overflow is CVE-2017-11696.

• What is the severity of CVE-2017-11696?

  The severity of CVE-2017-11696 is high with a CVSS score of 7.8.

• Which software is affected by CVE-2017-11696?

  Mozilla Network Security Services (NSS) is affected by CVE-2017-11696.

• How can context-dependent attackers exploit CVE-2017-11696?

  Context-dependent attackers can exploit CVE-2017-11696 by using a crafted cert8.db file.

• How can I fix CVE-2017-11696?

  To fix CVE-2017-11696, it is recommended to update Mozilla Network Security Services to a patched version.