CVE-2017-5848: Buffer Overflow
First published: Mon Feb 06 2017(Updated: )
Invalid memory read and possible buffer overflows were found in PSM parser. Upstream bug: <a href="https://bugzilla.gnome.org/show_bug.cgi?id=777957">https://bugzilla.gnome.org/show_bug.cgi?id=777957</a> Upstream patch: <a href="https://github.com/GStreamer/gst-plugins-bad/commit/948b87bf1514de">https://github.com/GStreamer/gst-plugins-bad/commit/948b87bf1514de</a> CVE assignment: <a href="http://seclists.org/oss-sec/2017/q1/284">http://seclists.org/oss-sec/2017/q1/284</a>
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| GStreamer | <1.11.2 | |
| Debian Linux | =8.0 | |
| Debian Linux | =9.0 | |
| Red Hat Enterprise Linux Desktop | =7.0 | |
| Red Hat Enterprise Linux Server EUS | =7.4 | |
| Red Hat Enterprise Linux Server EUS | =7.5 | |
| Red Hat Enterprise Linux Server EUS | =7.6 | |
| Red Hat Enterprise Linux Server EUS | =7.7 | |
| Red Hat Enterprise Linux Server | =7.0 | |
| Red Hat Enterprise Linux Server | =7.4 | |
| Red Hat Enterprise Linux Server | =7.6 | |
| Red Hat Enterprise Linux Server | =7.7 | |
| Red Hat Enterprise Linux Server | =7.6 | |
| Red Hat Enterprise Linux Server | =7.7 | |
| Red Hat Enterprise Linux Workstation | =7.0 |
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Reference Links
- http://www.debian.org/security/2017/dsa-3818
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2017/02/01/7
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2017/02/02/9
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/96001
- https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2017:2060
- https://bugzilla.gnome.org/show_bug.cgi?id=777957#c3
- https://lists.debian.org/debian-lts-announce/2020/03/msg00038.html
- https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/201705-10
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-5848?
The severity of CVE-2017-5848 is classified as high due to potential buffer overflows and invalid memory access.
How do I fix CVE-2017-5848?
To fix CVE-2017-5848, you should update GStreamer to version 1.11.3 or later where the vulnerability has been patched.
Which software versions are affected by CVE-2017-5848?
CVE-2017-5848 affects GStreamer versions prior to 1.11.3, Debian 8.0 and 9.0, and Red Hat Enterprise Linux versions 7.0, 7.4, 7.5, 7.6, and 7.7.
What are the risks associated with CVE-2017-5848?
The risks associated with CVE-2017-5848 include possible exploitation that may lead to remote code execution or application crashes.
Is CVE-2017-5848 being actively exploited in the wild?
As of now, there are no specific reports confirming active exploitation of CVE-2017-5848 in the wild.
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