CVE-2017-2918: Integer Overflow
An exploitable integer overflow exists in the Image loading functionality of the Blender open-source 3d creation suite v2.78c. A specially crafted .blend 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 open the file or use it as a library in order to trigger this vulnerability.
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What is CVE-2017-2918?
CVE-2017-2918 is an exploitable integer overflow vulnerability in the Image loading functionality of the Blender open-source 3d creation suite v2.78c.
How does CVE-2017-2918 impact Blender?
CVE-2017-2918 allows a specially crafted .blend file to cause an integer overflow resulting in a buffer overflow, which can lead to code execution under the application's context.
What is the severity of CVE-2017-2918?
CVE-2017-2918 has a severity rating of 7.8 (high).
What versions of Blender are affected by CVE-2017-2918?
The affected versions of Blender include 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 I fix CVE-2017-2918?
To fix CVE-2017-2918, it is recommended to update Blender to a version that includes the security patches, such as 2.79.b+dfsg0-7+deb10u1, 2.83.5+dfsg-5+deb11u1, 3.4.1+dfsg-2, or 3.6.2+dfsg-2.