CVE-2017-17524
First published: Thu Dec 14 2017(Updated: )
library/www_browser.pl in SWI-Prolog 7.2.3 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/swi-prolog | <=8.0.2+dfsg-3+deb10u1<=8.2.4+dfsg-1<=9.0.4+dfsg-2 | |
| SWI-Prolog | =7.2.3 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-17524?
CVE-2017-17524 has a medium severity due to its potential for argument-injection attacks.
How do I fix CVE-2017-17524?
You can fix CVE-2017-17524 by upgrading SWI-Prolog to version 8.0.2 or higher.
What software is affected by CVE-2017-17524?
CVE-2017-17524 affects SWI-Prolog version 7.2.3 specifically.
What type of attack does CVE-2017-17524 facilitate?
CVE-2017-17524 facilitates argument-injection attacks through the BROWSER environment variable.
Is CVE-2017-17524 a local or remote vulnerability?
CVE-2017-17524 is a remote vulnerability that can be exploited by attackers.
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