CVE-2017-5240: Buffer Overflow

Published May 3, 2017
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Updated

Editions of Rapid7 AppSpider Pro prior to version 6.14.060 contain a heap-based buffer overflow in the FLAnalyzer.exe component. A malicious or malformed Flash source file can cause a denial of service condition when parsed by this component, causing the application to crash.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Rapid7 AppSpider Pro<=6.14.059

Event History

May 3, 2017
CVE Published
via MITRE·04:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·04:00 PM
DescriptionWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2017-5240?

CVE-2017-5240 has been classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to cause denial of service.

2

How do I fix CVE-2017-5240?

To fix CVE-2017-5240, you should upgrade Rapid7 AppSpider Pro to version 6.14.060 or later.

3

What component is affected by CVE-2017-5240?

CVE-2017-5240 specifically affects the FLAnalyzer.exe component in Rapid7 AppSpider Pro.

4

What type of attack does CVE-2017-5240 expose the application to?

CVE-2017-5240 exposes the application to a denial of service attack through a heap-based buffer overflow.

5

Which versions of Rapid7 AppSpider Pro are vulnerable to CVE-2017-5240?

Rapid7 AppSpider Pro versions prior to 6.14.060 are vulnerable to CVE-2017-5240.

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