CVE-2017-6298: Null Pointer Dereference
First published: Fri Feb 24 2017(Updated: )
An issue was discovered in ytnef before 1.9.1. This is related to a patch described as "1 of 9. Null Pointer Deref / calloc return value not checked."
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| ytnef | <=1.9 | |
| Debian GNU/Linux | =8.0 | |
| Debian GNU/Linux | =9.0 |
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Reference Links
- http://www.debian.org/security/2017/dsa-3846
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2017/02/15/4
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/96423
- https://github.com/Yeraze/ytnef/pull/27
- https://lists.fedoraproject.org/archives/list/package-announce@lists.fedoraproject.org/message/LFJWMUEUC4ILH2HEOCYVVLQT654ZMCGQ/
- https://www.x41-dsec.de/lab/advisories/x41-2017-002-ytnef/
- https://lists.fedoraproject.org/archives/list/package-announce%40lists.fedoraproject.org/message/LFJWMUEUC4ILH2HEOCYVVLQT654ZMCGQ/
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-6298?
CVE-2017-6298 has a medium severity rating due to potential denial-of-service risks.
How do I fix CVE-2017-6298?
To fix CVE-2017-6298, update ytnef to version 1.9.1 or later.
Which versions of ytnef are affected by CVE-2017-6298?
CVE-2017-6298 affects ytnef versions prior to 1.9.1.
Does CVE-2017-6298 affect Debian Linux?
Yes, CVE-2017-6298 affects Debian Linux versions 8.0 and 9.0.
What kind of vulnerability is CVE-2017-6298?
CVE-2017-6298 is a vulnerability related to a null pointer dereference.
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