CVE-2017-2904: Buffer Overflow

Published Apr 24, 2018
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Updated

An exploitable integer overflow exists in the RADIANCE loading functionality of the Blender open-source 3d creation suite version 2.78c. A specially crafted '.hdr' 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.

Affected Software

4 affected componentsFixes available
debian/blender
2.79.b+dfsg0-7+deb10u12.83.5+dfsg-5+deb11u13.4.1+dfsg-23.6.2+dfsg-2
Blender Blender=2.78c
Debian Debian Linux=8.0
Debian Debian Linux=9.0

Event History

Apr 24, 2018
CVE Published
via MITRE·07:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·07:00 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2017-2904?

CVE-2017-2904 is an integer overflow vulnerability in the RADIANCE loading functionality of Blender.

2

What is the severity of CVE-2017-2904?

The severity of CVE-2017-2904 is high with a severity value of 7.8.

3

How does CVE-2017-2904 affect Blender?

CVE-2017-2904 can allow for code execution under the context of the Blender application.

4

How can I fix CVE-2017-2904?

To fix CVE-2017-2904, it is recommended to update Blender to version 2.79.b+dfsg0-7+deb10u1, 2.83.5+dfsg-5+deb11u1, 3.4.1+dfsg-2, or 3.6.2+dfsg-2.

5

Where can I find more information about CVE-2017-2904?

More information about CVE-2017-2904 can be found on the official Blender website and Talos Intelligence.

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