CVE-2017-12603: High severity OpenCV Opencv vulnerability
OpenCV (Open Source Computer Vision Library) through 3.3 has an invalid write in the cv::RLByteStream::getBytes function in modules/imgcodecs/src/bitstrm.cpp when reading an image file by using cv::imread, as demonstrated by the 2-opencv-heapoverflow-fseek test case.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-12603?
CVE-2017-12603 has been classified as a high-severity vulnerability due to its potential for causing heap overflow.
How do I fix CVE-2017-12603?
To mitigate CVE-2017-12603, users should upgrade to OpenCV version 3.4 or later, where the vulnerability is patched.
What systems are affected by CVE-2017-12603?
CVE-2017-12603 affects OpenCV versions up to and including 3.3.0, as well as Debian GNU/Linux versions 8.0 and 9.0.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2017-12603?
CVE-2017-12603 is categorized as an invalid write vulnerability that can lead to heap overflow in the OpenCV library.
Can CVE-2017-12603 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2017-12603 can potentially be exploited remotely when image files are processed by the vulnerable OpenCV functions.