CVE-2017-11728: Medium severity Libming Ming vulnerability
Published Jul 29, 2017
·Updated
A heap-based buffer over-read was found in the function OpCode (called from decompileSETMEMBER) in util/decompile.c in Ming 0.4.8, which allows attackers to cause a denial of service via a crafted file.
Affected Software
1 affected component
Libming Ming=0.4.8
Event History
Jul 29, 2017
CVE Published
via MITRE·05:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·05:00 AM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2017-11728?
CVE-2017-11728 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential to cause denial of service.
2
How do I fix CVE-2017-11728?
To mitigate CVE-2017-11728, users should upgrade to a newer version of Libming that addresses the heap-based buffer over-read.
3
What does CVE-2017-11728 affect?
CVE-2017-11728 specifically affects Libming version 0.4.8.
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Can CVE-2017-11728 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2017-11728 can be exploited remotely by an attacker through a crafted file.
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What types of attacks can CVE-2017-11728 facilitate?
CVE-2017-11728 can facilitate denial of service attacks due to the heap-based buffer over-read.