Integer Overflow Vulnerability in Libidn2 Affecting Remote Invaders
CVE-2017-14061

9.8CRITICAL

Key Information:

Vendor
Gnu
Status
Vendor
CVE Published:
31 August 2017

Summary

An integer overflow vulnerability exists in the _isBidi function located in bidi.c of Libidn2 versions before 2.0.4. This flaw may enable remote attackers to exploit the vulnerability, potentially causing a denial of service or leading to other unspecified impacts on the affected systems. It highlights the need for updating to the latest version to mitigate the risks associated with such vulnerabilities.

References

CVSS V3.1

Score:
9.8
Severity:
CRITICAL
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability Reserved

  • Vulnerability published

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