CVE-2017-14151: Buffer Overflow
First published: Tue Sep 05 2017(Updated: )
An off-by-one error was discovered in opj_tcd_code_block_enc_allocate_data in lib/openjp2/tcd.c in OpenJPEG 2.2.0. The vulnerability causes an out-of-bounds write, which may lead to remote denial of service (heap-based buffer overflow affecting opj_mqc_flush in lib/openjp2/mqc.c and opj_t1_encode_cblk in lib/openjp2/t1.c) or possibly remote code execution.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| OpenJPEG | =2.2.0 | |
| Debian GNU/Linux | =8.0 | |
| Debian GNU/Linux | =9.0 |
Remedy
https://blogs.gentoo.org/ago/2017/08/16/openjpeg-heap-based-buffer-overflow-in-opj_mqc_flush-mqc-c/
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Reference Links
- http://www.debian.org/security/2017/dsa-4013
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/100633
- https://blogs.gentoo.org/ago/2017/08/16/openjpeg-heap-based-buffer-overflow-in-opj_mqc_flush-mqc-c/
- https://github.com/uclouvain/openjpeg/commit/afb308b9ccbe129608c9205cf3bb39bbefad90b9
- https://github.com/uclouvain/openjpeg/issues/982
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-14151?
CVE-2017-14151 has a high severity rating due to its potential for causing remote denial of service through heap-based buffer overflow.
How do I fix CVE-2017-14151?
To mitigate CVE-2017-14151, update OpenJPEG to the latest version where the vulnerability is patched.
What types of systems are affected by CVE-2017-14151?
CVE-2017-14151 affects OpenJPEG version 2.2.0 and Debian distributions 8.0 and 9.0.
What is the main impact of CVE-2017-14151?
The main impact of CVE-2017-14151 is the risk of remote denial of service due to an out-of-bounds write.
Is CVE-2017-14151 a known vulnerability in OpenJPEG?
Yes, CVE-2017-14151 is a known vulnerability that was identified in OpenJPEG version 2.2.0.
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