CVE-2017-17517
First published: Thu Dec 14 2017(Updated: )
libsylph/utils.c in Sylpheed through 3.6 does not validate strings before launching the program specified by the BROWSER environment variable, which might allow remote attackers to conduct argument-injection attacks via a crafted URL.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| debian/sylpheed | <=3.7.0-4<=3.7.0-8<=3.8.0~beta1-1 | |
| Sylpheed | <=3.6 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-17517?
CVE-2017-17517 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential for argument-injection attacks.
How do I fix CVE-2017-17517?
To fix CVE-2017-17517, upgrade to versions of Sylpheed beyond 3.8.0~beta1-1 that have addressed this issue.
Which versions of Sylpheed are affected by CVE-2017-17517?
CVE-2017-17517 affects versions of Sylpheed up to and including 3.6.
What type of attack is associated with CVE-2017-17517?
CVE-2017-17517 is associated with argument-injection attacks via a crafted URL.
Is CVE-2017-17517 a local or remote vulnerability?
CVE-2017-17517 is a remote vulnerability that can be exploited by attackers over the network.
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