CWE
770
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2017-14107

First published: Fri Sep 01 2017(Updated: )

The _zip_read_eocd64 function in zip_open.c in libzip before 1.3.0 mishandles EOCD records, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (memory allocation failure in _zip_cdir_grow in zip_dirent.c) via a crafted ZIP archive.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
libzip<1.3.0
Debian Debian Linux=9.0

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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.

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