Heap-Based Buffer Over-Read Vulnerability in Exiv2 Image Processing Software
CVE-2017-17723

8.1HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Exiv2

Status
Exiv2
Vendor
CVE Published:
12 February 2018

What is CVE-2017-17723?

In Exiv2 version 0.26, a heap-based buffer over-read occurs in the Exiv2::Image::byteSwap4 function within image.cpp. This vulnerability can be exploited by remote attackers who craft malicious TIFF files, potentially allowing them to disclose sensitive memory data or initiate a denial of service. It highlights a significant vulnerability for users relying on image processing functionalities in Exiv2, underscoring the need for prompt attention to security updates.

References

https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=1524104
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https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/201811-14
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
8.1
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
None
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
Required
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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