CVE-2017-11721: Buffer Overflow
Published Aug 3, 2017
·Updated
Buffer overflow in ioquake3 before 2017-08-02 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (application crash) or possibly have unspecified other impact via a crafted packet.
Affected Software
1 affected component
ioquake3 ioquake3<=2017-07-31
Event History
Aug 3, 2017
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:00 AM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2017-11721?
CVE-2017-11721 has a medium severity rating due to its potential to cause denial of service.
2
How do I fix CVE-2017-11721?
To fix CVE-2017-11721, upgrade to ioquake3 version 2017-08-02 or later.
3
What types of attacks can be executed using CVE-2017-11721?
CVE-2017-11721 allows remote attackers to crash the application or potentially exploit it in unspecified ways.
4
Which version of ioquake3 is affected by CVE-2017-11721?
ioquake3 versions prior to and including 2017-07-31 are affected by CVE-2017-11721.
5
Is CVE-2017-11721 a local or remote vulnerability?
CVE-2017-11721 is a remote vulnerability that can be exploited by attackers over the network.