CVE-2017-6850: Null Pointer Dereference
First published: Wed Mar 15 2017(Updated: )
Last updated 24 July 2024
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| debian/jasper | ||
| Jasper Reports | <=2.0.12 |
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Reference Links
- https://blogs.gentoo.org/ago/2017/01/25/jasper-null-pointer-dereference-in-jp2_cdef_destroy-jp2_cod-c/
- https://github.com/mdadams/jasper/commit/e96fc4fdd525fa0ede28074a7e2b1caf94b58b0d
- https://github.com/mdadams/jasper/issues/112
- https://usn.ubuntu.com/3693-1/
- https://launchpad.net/bugs/cve/CVE-2017-6850
- https://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2017/01/25/8
- https://security-tracker.debian.org/tracker/CVE-2017-6850
- https://cve.mitre.org/cgi-bin/cvename.cgi?name=CVE-2017-6850
- https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2017-6850
- https://ubuntu.com/security/CVE-2017-6850
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-6850?
CVE-2017-6850 is classified as a denial of service vulnerability due to a NULL pointer dereference.
How do I fix CVE-2017-6850?
To fix CVE-2017-6850, upgrade Jasper to version 2.0.13 or later.
What software is affected by CVE-2017-6850?
CVE-2017-6850 affects JasPer versions prior to 2.0.13.
Can CVE-2017-6850 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2017-6850 can be exploited by remote attackers using crafted images.
What function is involved in CVE-2017-6850?
The vulnerability is found in the jp2_cdef_destroy function in jp2_cod.c.
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