CVE-2017-8834: Buffer Overflow
First published: Mon Jun 12 2017(Updated: )
Last updated 13 August 2024
Credit: cve@mitre.org cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| debian/libcroco | ||
| libcroco | =0.6.12 | |
| SUSE openSUSE | =42.3 |
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Reference Links
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2019-06/msg00043.html
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2020/08/13/3
- https://bugzilla.gnome.org/show_bug.cgi?id=782647
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/42147/
- https://launchpad.net/bugs/cve/CVE-2017-8834
- https://security-tracker.debian.org/tracker/CVE-2017-8834
- https://cve.mitre.org/cgi-bin/cvename.cgi?name=CVE-2017-8834
- https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2017-8834
- https://ubuntu.com/security/CVE-2017-8834
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-8834?
CVE-2017-8834 is classified as a denial of service vulnerability that can cause memory allocation errors.
How does CVE-2017-8834 affect users?
CVE-2017-8834 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service by exploiting the vulnerability in libcroco when processing crafted CSS files.
How do I fix CVE-2017-8834?
To fix CVE-2017-8834, update libcroco to a patched version that addresses the vulnerability.
Which versions of libcroco are affected by CVE-2017-8834?
The vulnerable version is libcroco 0.6.12, as identified in CVE-2017-8834.
What is the impact of CVE-2017-8834 on system stability?
The impact of CVE-2017-8834 on system stability can lead to application crashes and service disruptions due to denial of service.
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