CVE-2017-12942: Buffer Overflow
Published Aug 18, 2017
·Updated
libunrar.a in UnRAR before 5.5.7 has a buffer overflow in the Unpack::LongLZ function.
Affected Software
1 affected component
RARLAB UnRAR<=5.5.6
Event History
Aug 18, 2017
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:00 PM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2017-12942?
CVE-2017-12942 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its buffer overflow exploit potential.
2
How do I fix CVE-2017-12942?
To fix CVE-2017-12942, update to UnRAR version 5.5.7 or later.
3
What software versions are affected by CVE-2017-12942?
CVE-2017-12942 affects versions of UnRAR prior to 5.5.7.
4
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2017-12942?
CVE-2017-12942 is a buffer overflow vulnerability in the Unpack::LongLZ function.
5
Can CVE-2017-12942 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2017-12942 can potentially be exploited remotely if an attacker can manipulate input to the vulnerable library.