CVE-2017-14232: Medium severity flif vulnerability
The readchunk function in flif-dec.cpp in Free Lossless Image Format (FLIF) 0.3 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (invalid memory read and application crash) via a crafted flif file.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2017-14232?
CVE-2017-14232 is a vulnerability in the Free Lossless Image Format (FLIF) 0.3 that allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service by crashing the application through a crafted flif file.
What is the severity of CVE-2017-14232?
CVE-2017-14232 has a severity rating of 5.5, which is considered medium.
How does CVE-2017-14232 affect the Flif Flif software?
CVE-2017-14232 affects Flif Flif version 0.3, potentially allowing remote attackers to cause a denial of service.
How does CVE-2017-14232 affect the Jasper Project Jasper software?
CVE-2017-14232 affects Jasper Project Jasper versions up to and including 2.0.16, potentially allowing remote attackers to cause a denial of service.
How can I fix CVE-2017-14232?
To fix CVE-2017-14232, it is recommended to update to a patched version of the affected software or apply any available security patches.