CVE-2017-13740: Buffer Overflow

Published Aug 29, 2017
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Updated

There is a stack-based buffer overflow in Liblouis 3.2.0, triggered in the function parseChars() in compileTranslationTable.c, that will lead to denial of service or possibly unspecified other impact.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Liblouis Liblouis=3.2.0

Event History

Aug 29, 2017
CVE Published
via MITRE·06:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·06:00 AM
Description
Sep 6, 2017
Data Sourced
01:34 PM
DescriptionSeverityAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2017-13740?

CVE-2017-13740 has a severity rating that can lead to denial of service and potentially unspecified impacts.

2

How do I fix CVE-2017-13740?

To mitigate CVE-2017-13740, users should upgrade to a patched version of Liblouis that addresses the buffer overflow vulnerability.

3

Which version of Liblouis is affected by CVE-2017-13740?

Liblouis version 3.2.0 is the only version known to be affected by CVE-2017-13740.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2017-13740?

CVE-2017-13740 is a stack-based buffer overflow vulnerability found in Liblouis.

5

What potential impacts does CVE-2017-13740 have on systems?

CVE-2017-13740 can lead to denial of service and may allow for other unspecified impacts on affected systems.

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