CVE-2017-2581: High severity netpbm vulnerability
Published Jul 27, 2018
·Updated
An out-of-bounds write vulnerability was found in netpbm before 10.61. A maliciously crafted file could cause the application to crash or possibly allow code execution.
Affected Software
1 affected component
Netpbm Project Netpbm<10.61.00
Event History
Jul 27, 2018
CVE Published
via MITRE·06:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·06:00 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2017-2581?
CVE-2017-2581 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow code execution.
2
How do I fix CVE-2017-2581?
To fix CVE-2017-2581, update your Netpbm to version 10.61 or later.
3
What causes CVE-2017-2581?
CVE-2017-2581 is caused by an out-of-bounds write in the Netpbm application.
4
What are the consequences of CVE-2017-2581?
The consequences of CVE-2017-2581 may include application crashes or arbitrary code execution.
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Which versions of Netpbm are affected by CVE-2017-2581?
CVE-2017-2581 affects all versions of Netpbm prior to 10.61.