CVE-2017-12104: Integer Overflow

Published Apr 24, 2018
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Updated

An exploitable integer overflow exists in the way that the Blender open-source 3d creation suite v2.78c draws a Particle object. 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 the file as a library in order to trigger this vulnerability.

Affected Software

4 affected componentsFixes available
debian/blender
2.79.b+dfsg0-7+deb10u12.83.5+dfsg-5+deb11u13.4.1+dfsg-23.6.2+dfsg-2
Blender Blender=2.78c
Debian Debian Linux=8.0
Debian Debian Linux=9.0

Event History

Apr 24, 2018
CVE Published
via MITRE·07:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·07:00 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2017-12104?

CVE-2017-12104 is an integer overflow vulnerability in the Blender open-source 3D creation suite that can lead to a buffer overflow and code execution.

2

How does CVE-2017-12104 impact Blender?

CVE-2017-12104 allows for code execution under the context of the Blender application.

3

What is the severity of CVE-2017-12104?

CVE-2017-12104 has a severity rating of 7.8 (high).

4

Which software versions are affected by CVE-2017-12104?

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. Debian Linux versions 8.0 and 9.0 are also affected.

5

How can I fix the CVE-2017-12104 vulnerability?

To fix the CVE-2017-12104 vulnerability, update to Blender versions 2.79.b+dfsg0-7+deb10u1, 2.83.5+dfsg-5+deb11u1, 3.4.1+dfsg-2, or 3.6.2+dfsg-2. For Debian Linux, update to versions 8.0 or 9.0.

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