CVE-2017-2901: Integer Overflow
An exploitable integer overflow exists in the IRIS loading functionality of the Blender open-source 3d creation suite version 2.78c. A specially crafted '.iris' file can cause an integer overflow resulting in a buffer overflow which can allow for code execution under the context of the application. An attacker can convince a user to use the file as an asset via the sequencer in order to trigger this vulnerability.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2017-2901?
CVE-2017-2901 is an integer overflow vulnerability in the IRIS loading functionality of Blender.
How severe is CVE-2017-2901?
CVE-2017-2901 has a severity rating of 7.8 (high).
Is Blender version 2.78c affected by CVE-2017-2901?
Yes, Blender version 2.78c is affected by CVE-2017-2901.
How can I fix CVE-2017-2901?
To fix CVE-2017-2901, update to Blender version 2.79.b+dfsg0-7+deb10u1 or later.
Are there any references for CVE-2017-2901?
Yes, you can find more information at the following references: [Link 1](https://git.blender.org/gitweb/gitweb.cgi/blender.git/commit/829916f4e57a2d1580ff3b625f6bb909b9144a20), [Link 2](https://git.blender.org/gitweb/gitweb.cgi/blender.git/commit/d30cc1ea0b9ba64d8a1e22105528b6cb8077692c), [Link 3](https://www.talosintelligence.com/vulnerability_reports/TALOS-2017-0408).