CVE-2017-14107: Medium severity libzip libzip vulnerability
The zipreadeocd64 function in zipopen.c in libzip before 1.3.0 mishandles EOCD records, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (memory allocation failure in zipcdirgrow in zipdirent.c) via a crafted ZIP archive.
Affected Software
Remediation
Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.
- Upgrade
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alpine/libzipto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 1.3.0-r0 - Upgrade
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alpine/libzipto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 1.3.0 - Upgrade
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alpine/libzipto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 1.2.0-r2
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-14107?
CVE-2017-14107 has a severity rating that indicates it can lead to a denial of service due to memory allocation failures.
How do I fix CVE-2017-14107?
To fix CVE-2017-14107, upgrade libzip to version 1.3.0 or later.
What software is affected by CVE-2017-14107?
CVE-2017-14107 affects libzip prior to version 1.3.0 and Debian Linux 9.0.
Can CVE-2017-14107 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2017-14107 can be exploited remotely through a crafted ZIP archive.
What vulnerabilities does CVE-2017-14107 lead to?
CVE-2017-14107 can lead to memory allocation failures resulting in denial of service.