CVE-2017-17480: Buffer Overflow
In OpenJPEG 2.3.0, a stack-based buffer overflow was discovered in the pgxtovolume function in jp3d/convert.c. The vulnerability causes an out-of-bounds write, which may lead to remote denial of service or possibly remote code execution.
Affected Software
Remediation
Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.
- Upgrade
Upgrade
debian/openjpeg2to a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 2.4.0-3Fixed in 2.4.0-3+deb11u3Fixed in 2.5.0-2+deb12u3Fixed in 2.5.3-2.1~deb13u2Fixed in 2.5.4-1.1
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-17480?
The severity of CVE-2017-17480 is critical with a severity value of 9.8.
How does CVE-2017-17480 affect OpenJPEG?
CVE-2017-17480 affects OpenJPEG version 2.3.0.
What is the impact of CVE-2017-17480?
CVE-2017-17480 may lead to remote denial of service or possibly remote code execution.
How can I fix CVE-2017-17480?
You can fix CVE-2017-17480 by updating OpenJPEG to version 2.3.1.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2017-17480?
You can find more information about CVE-2017-17480 at the following references: [GitHub](https://github.com/uclouvain/openjpeg/issues/1044), [Debian LTS](https://lists.debian.org/debian-lts-announce/2018/11/msg00018.html), [Ubuntu Security Notices](https://usn.ubuntu.com/4109-1/).