CVE-2017-11732: Buffer Overflow
Published Jul 29, 2017
·Updated
A heap-based buffer overflow vulnerability was found in the function dcputs (called from decompileIMPLEMENTS) in util/decompile.c in Ming 0.4.8, which allows attackers to cause a denial of service via a crafted file.
Affected Software
2 affected components
Libming Ming=0.4.8
Debian Debian Linux=7.0
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-2017-11732?
CVE-2017-11732 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to cause denial of service.
2
How do I fix CVE-2017-11732?
To fix CVE-2017-11732, update to the latest version of Libming that has addressed this vulnerability.
3
What is the impact of CVE-2017-11732?
The impact of CVE-2017-11732 includes potential crashes and denial of service when processing specially crafted files.
4
Which software versions are affected by CVE-2017-11732?
CVE-2017-11732 specifically affects Libming version 0.4.8 and Debian 7.0.
5
Is CVE-2017-11732 being actively exploited?
As of recent reports, there have been no confirmed active exploits of CVE-2017-11732, but it remains a security risk.