CVE-2017-17723
First published: Mon Feb 12 2018(Updated: )
In Exiv2 0.26, there is a heap-based buffer over-read in the Exiv2::Image::byteSwap4 function in image.cpp. Remote attackers can exploit this vulnerability to disclose memory data or cause a denial of service via a crafted TIFF file.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| CentOS Dos2unix | =0.26 |
Never miss a vulnerability like this again
Sign up to SecAlerts for real-time vulnerability data matched to your software, aggregated from hundreds of sources.
Reference Links
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-17723?
CVE-2017-17723 has a medium severity rating due to its potential to disclose memory data or cause denial of service.
How do I fix CVE-2017-17723?
To fix CVE-2017-17723, upgrade to a version of Exiv2 that is higher than 0.26 where the vulnerability has been addressed.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2017-17723?
CVE-2017-17723 is classified as a heap-based buffer over-read vulnerability.
What software is affected by CVE-2017-17723?
CVE-2017-17723 affects Exiv2 version 0.26 specifically.
Can CVE-2017-17723 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2017-17723 can be exploited remotely via a crafted TIFF file.
- agent/references
- agent/type
- agent/last-modified-date
- agent/first-publish-date
- agent/severity
- agent/author
- agent/weakness
- agent/description
- agent/event
- agent/softwarecombine
- agent/tags
- collector/nvd-index
- agent/software-canonical-lookup-request
- vendor/exiv2
- canonical/centos dos2unix
- version/centos dos2unix/0.26