CVE-2017-18215
First published: Mon Mar 05 2018(Updated: )
xvpng.c in xv 3.10a has memory corruption (out-of-bounds write) when decoding PNG comment fields, leading to crashes or potentially code execution, because it uses an incorrect length value.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Xv Project | =3.10a | |
| SUSE Linux | =42.3 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-18215?
CVE-2017-18215 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to the potential for memory corruption and code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2017-18215?
To fix CVE-2017-18215, update to a patched version of xv, specifically versions that address the memory corruption issue.
What software is affected by CVE-2017-18215?
CVE-2017-18215 affects xv version 3.10a and openSUSE Leap 42.3.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2017-18215?
CVE-2017-18215 is a memory corruption vulnerability caused by an out-of-bounds write when decoding PNG comment fields.
What are the potential consequences of CVE-2017-18215?
The potential consequences of CVE-2017-18215 include application crashes and the possibility of arbitrary code execution.
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