CVE-2017-12144
First published: Wed Aug 02 2017(Updated: )
In ytnef 1.9.2, an allocation failure was found in the function TNEFFillMapi in ytnef.c, which allows attackers to cause a denial of service via a crafted file.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| ytnef | =1.9.2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-12144?
CVE-2017-12144 has a severity rating classified as a denial of service vulnerability.
How does CVE-2017-12144 affect ytnef 1.9.2?
CVE-2017-12144 allows attackers to cause a denial of service by exploiting an allocation failure in ytnef 1.9.2.
What versions of ytnef are affected by CVE-2017-12144?
CVE-2017-12144 specifically affects ytnef version 1.9.2.
How do I fix CVE-2017-12144?
To fix CVE-2017-12144, you should upgrade to a version of ytnef later than 1.9.2 that addresses this vulnerability.
Are there any known exploits for CVE-2017-12144?
As of now, there are no publicly disclosed exploits for CVE-2017-12144, but the vulnerability poses a risk of denial of service.
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