CVE-2017-2834: High severity freerdp vulnerability

Published Jul 27, 2017
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Updated

An exploitable code execution vulnerability exists in the authentication functionality of FreeRDP 2.0.0-beta1+android11. A specially crafted server response can cause an out-of-bounds write resulting in an exploitable condition. An attacker can compromise the server or use a man in the middle attack to trigger this vulnerability.

Affected Software

4 affected components
debian/freerdp
FreeRDP freerdp=2.0.0-beta1
Debian Debian Linux=8.0
Debian Debian Linux=9.0

Event History

Jul 27, 2017
Data Sourced
11:24 AM
SeverityAffected Software
Apr 24, 2018
CVE Published
via MITRE·07:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·07:00 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2017-2834?

CVE-2017-2834 has a high severity due to its potential for remote code execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2017-2834?

To fix CVE-2017-2834, upgrade FreeRDP to a version that addresses this vulnerability.

3

What versions of FreeRDP are affected by CVE-2017-2834?

CVE-2017-2834 affects FreeRDP version 2.0.0-beta1 only.

4

Can an attacker exploit CVE-2017-2834 remotely?

Yes, an attacker can exploit CVE-2017-2834 remotely if they can manipulate server responses.

5

What types of attacks can be executed due to CVE-2017-2834?

CVE-2017-2834 can lead to code execution through a man-in-the-middle attack or by compromising the server.

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