CVE-2017-20051

Public Exploit
InnoSetup Installer uncontrolled search path

Description

A vulnerability was found in InnoSetup Installer. It has been declared as problematic. Affected by this vulnerability is an unknown functionality. The manipulation leads to uncontrolled search path. The attack can be launched remotely. The exploit has been disclosed to the public and may be used.

Category

6.3
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 0.05%
Third-Party Advisory seclists.org Third-Party Advisory vuldb.com
Affected: InnoSetup Installer
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2017/Mar/8 mailing list third party advisory exploit
https://vuldb.com/?id.97837 third party advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2017-20051?
CVE-2017-20051 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2017-20051?
To fix CVE-2017-20051, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2017-20051 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2017-20051 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~0% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2017-20051?
CVE-2017-20051 affects InnoSetup Installer.
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