NULL Pointer Dereference in GNU Libextractor Affects Multiple Versions
CVE-2017-15600

7.5HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Gnu
Status
Libextractor
Vendor
CVE Published:
18 October 2017

What is CVE-2017-15600?

In GNU Libextractor 1.4, a vulnerability exists within the EXTRACTOR_nsf_extract_method function located in plugins/nsf_extractor.c. This flaw can lead to a NULL Pointer Dereference, potentially causing software crashes or unexpected behavior, thereby making it crucial for users and administrators to ensure their systems are updated to the latest versions to mitigate potential risks.

References

http://lists.gnu.org/archive/html/bug-libextractor/2017-1...
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https://ftp.gnu.org/gnu/libextractor/libextractor-1.6.tar.gz
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https://lists.debian.org/debian-lts-announce/2017/12/msg0...
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
7.5
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
None
Integrity:
None
Availability:
None
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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