CVE-2017-12099: Buffer Overflow
An exploitable integer overflow exists in the upgrade of the legacy Mesh attribute 'tface' of the Blender open-source 3d creation suite v2.78c. A specially crafted .blend file can cause an integer overflow resulting in a buffer overflow which can allow for code execution under the context of the application. An attacker can convince a user to open the file or use it as a library in order to trigger this vulnerability.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2017-12099?
CVE-2017-12099 is an exploitable integer overflow vulnerability in the upgrade of the legacy Mesh attribute 'tface' of the Blender open-source 3D creation suite v2.78c.
What is the severity of CVE-2017-12099?
The severity of CVE-2017-12099 is high, with a CVSS score of 7.8.
How does CVE-2017-12099 impact the Blender software?
CVE-2017-12099 can allow for code execution under the context of the affected Blender application.
Which versions of Blender are affected by CVE-2017-12099?
Blender versions 2.78c, 2.79.b+dfsg0-7+deb10u1, 2.83.5+dfsg-5+deb11u1, 3.4.1+dfsg-2, and 3.6.2+dfsg-2 are affected by CVE-2017-12099.
How can I fix the CVE-2017-12099 vulnerability in Blender?
To fix the CVE-2017-12099 vulnerability in Blender, update to the patched versions: 2.79.b+dfsg0-7+deb10u1, 2.83.5+dfsg-5+deb11u1, 3.4.1+dfsg-2, or 3.6.2+dfsg-2.