CVE-2017-7684: High severity Apache OpenMeetings vulnerability

Published Jul 14, 2017
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Updated

Apache OpenMeetings 1.0.0 doesn't check contents of files being uploaded. An attacker can cause a denial of service by uploading multiple large files to the server.

Affected Software

21 affected components
Apache OpenMeetings=1.0.0
Apache OpenMeetings=2.0
Apache OpenMeetings=2.1
Apache OpenMeetings=2.1.1
Apache OpenMeetings=2.2.0
Apache OpenMeetings=3.0.0
Apache OpenMeetings=3.0.1
Apache OpenMeetings=3.0.2
Apache OpenMeetings=3.0.3
Apache OpenMeetings=3.0.4
Apache OpenMeetings=3.0.5
Apache OpenMeetings=3.0.6
Apache OpenMeetings=3.0.7
Apache OpenMeetings=3.1.0
Apache OpenMeetings=3.1.1
Apache OpenMeetings=3.1.2
Apache OpenMeetings=3.1.3
Apache OpenMeetings=3.1.4
Apache OpenMeetings=3.1.5
Apache OpenMeetings=3.2.0
Apache OpenMeetings=3.2.1

Event History

Jul 14, 2017
CVE Published
via MITRE·03:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·03:00 PM
DescriptionWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2017-7684?

CVE-2017-7684 has a medium severity rating due to its potential to cause denial of service through file uploads.

2

How do I fix CVE-2017-7684?

To fix CVE-2017-7684, implement checks on the contents and size of uploaded files to prevent excessive resource usage.

3

Which versions of Apache OpenMeetings are affected by CVE-2017-7684?

CVE-2017-7684 affects Apache OpenMeetings versions 1.0.0 through 3.2.1.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2017-7684?

CVE-2017-7684 is a denial of service vulnerability caused by improper upload handling.

5

Can CVE-2017-7684 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2017-7684 can be exploited remotely by an attacker who uploads large files to the server.

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