CVE-2017-12141: Buffer Overflow
Published Aug 2, 2017
·Updated
In ytnef 1.9.2, a heap-based buffer overflow vulnerability was found in the function TNEFFillMapi in ytnef.c, which allows attackers to cause a denial of service via a crafted file.
Affected Software
2 affected componentsFixes available
Ytnef Project Ytnef=1.9.2
debian/libytnef
1.9.3-32.0-12.1.2-1
Remediation
Patch Available
Event History
Aug 2, 2017
CVE Published
via MITRE·05:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·05:00 AM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·05:29 AM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Feb 19, 2026
Data Sourced
via Ubuntu·08:26 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityAffected Software
Data Sourced
via Debian·08:27 PM
DescriptionAffected Software
Data Sourced
via Launchpad·08:27 PM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2017-12141?
CVE-2017-12141 is classified as a critical vulnerability due to its potential to cause denial of service through a heap-based buffer overflow.
2
How do I fix CVE-2017-12141?
To fix CVE-2017-12141, upgrade to the recommended versions of libytnef: 1.5-6ubuntu0.2 for Ubuntu or 1.9.3-1 for Debian.
3
Which versions are affected by CVE-2017-12141?
CVE-2017-12141 specifically affects ytnef version 1.9.2.
4
Can CVE-2017-12141 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2017-12141 can be exploited remotely by sending a specially crafted file to the affected system.
5
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2017-12141?
CVE-2017-12141 is a heap-based buffer overflow vulnerability.