CWE
119
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2017-6890: Buffer Overflow

First published: Mon May 15 2017(Updated: )

A boundary error within the "foveon_load_camf()" function (dcraw_foveon.c) when initializing a huffman table in LibRaw-demosaic-pack-GPL2 before 0.18.2 can be exploited to cause a stack-based buffer overflow.

Credit: PSIRT-CNA@flexerasoftware.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
LibRaw<=0.18.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2017-6890?

    CVE-2017-6890 has a high severity level due to its potential for causing a stack-based buffer overflow.

  • How do I fix CVE-2017-6890?

    The recommended fix for CVE-2017-6890 is to upgrade to LibRaw-demosaic-pack-GPL2 version 0.18.2 or later.

  • What software is affected by CVE-2017-6890?

    CVE-2017-6890 affects LibRaw-demosaic-pack-GPL2 versions prior to 0.18.2.

  • What type of vulnerability is CVE-2017-6890?

    CVE-2017-6890 is classified as a boundary error vulnerability leading to a stack-based buffer overflow.

  • Can CVE-2017-6890 be exploited remotely?

    Yes, CVE-2017-6890 can potentially be exploited remotely if an attacker can provide malicious input to the affected software.

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