CVE-2017-12955: Buffer Overflow
Published Aug 18, 2017
·Updated
There is a heap-based buffer overflow in basicio.cpp of Exiv2 0.26. The vulnerability causes an out-of-bounds write in Exiv2::Image::printIFDStructure(), which may lead to remote denial of service or possibly unspecified other impact.
Affected Software
1 affected component
exiv2 exiv2=0.26
Event History
Aug 18, 2017
CVE Published
via MITRE·09:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·09:00 PM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2017-12955?
CVE-2017-12955 is considered to be a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential to cause denial of service.
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How do I fix CVE-2017-12955?
To fix CVE-2017-12955, update Exiv2 to version 0.26 or later as it contains the necessary patches.
3
What type of impact can CVE-2017-12955 cause?
CVE-2017-12955 can lead to remote denial of service or potentially other unspecified impacts.
4
Which software versions are affected by CVE-2017-12955?
CVE-2017-12955 specifically affects Exiv2 version 0.26.
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Is CVE-2017-12955 easy to exploit?
The exploitation of CVE-2017-12955 may be straightforward for attackers with knowledge of the affected software.