CVE-2017-2906: Integer Overflow
An exploitable integer overflow exists in the animation playing functionality of the Blender open-source 3d creation suite version 2.78c. A specially created '.avi' 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 in order to trigger this vulnerability.
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What is CVE-2017-2906?
CVE-2017-2906 is an exploitable integer overflow vulnerability in the animation playing functionality of Blender open-source 3D creation suite version 2.78c.
What is the severity of CVE-2017-2906?
The severity of CVE-2017-2906 is high with a CVSS score of 7.8.
How does CVE-2017-2906 affect Blender?
CVE-2017-2906 affects Blender versions 2.78c, 2.79.b+dfsg0-7+deb10u1, 2.83.5+dfsg-5+deb11u1, 3.4.1+dfsg-2, and 3.6.2+dfsg-2.
How can this vulnerability be exploited?
This vulnerability can be exploited by a specially created '.avi' file, which triggers an integer overflow and buffer overflow, leading to potential code execution.
How can I fix the CVE-2017-2906 vulnerability in Blender?
To fix the CVE-2017-2906 vulnerability, you should 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.