CVE-2017-7395: Integer Overflow

Published Apr 1, 2017
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Updated

In TigerVNC (SMsgReader.cxx SMsgReader::readClientCutText), an authenticated client can crash the server by causing an integer overflow.

Upstream patch:

https://github.com/TigerVNC/tigervnc/pull/436/commits/bf3bdac082978ca32895a4b6a123016094905689

Other sources

In TigerVNC 1.7.1 (SMsgReader.cxx SMsgReader::readClientCutText), by causing an integer overflow, an authenticated client can crash the server.

Affected Software

1 affected component
TigerVNC TigerVNC=1.7.1

Remediation

Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.

  1. Upgrade

    Upgrade TigerVNC to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 1.7.1

Event History

Apr 1, 2017
CVE Published
via MITRE·01:07 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·01:07 AM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·02:59 AM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Apr 4, 2017
Data Sourced
via Red Hat·08:48 AM
DescriptionSeverityAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2017-7395?

CVE-2017-7395 is categorized as a vulnerability that can allow an authenticated client to crash the TigerVNC server.

2

How do I fix CVE-2017-7395?

To fix CVE-2017-7395, users should update TigerVNC to version 1.7.2 or later, which includes the necessary patches.

3

What versions of TigerVNC are affected by CVE-2017-7395?

CVE-2017-7395 affects TigerVNC version 1.7.1.

4

Can CVE-2017-7395 be exploited remotely?

CVE-2017-7395 requires an authenticated client, meaning exploitation can occur only from users with access to the server.

5

What are the consequences of CVE-2017-7395?

The main consequence of CVE-2017-7395 is a denial of service, as it allows an authenticated client to crash the TigerVNC server.

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