CVE-2017-2579

Description

An out-of-bounds read vulnerability was found in netpbm before 10.61. The expandCodeOntoStack() function has an insufficient code value check, so that a maliciously crafted file could cause the application to crash or possibly allows code execution.

Category

3.3
CVSS
Severity: Low
CVSS 3.0 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 0.27%
Vendor Advisory opensuse.org
Affected: Netpbm netpbm
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=CVE-2017-2579 issue tracking
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/96714 third party advisory vdb entry
http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2019-06/msg00056.html vendor advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2017-2579?
CVE-2017-2579 has been scored as a low severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2017-2579?
To fix CVE-2017-2579, 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-2017-2579 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2017-2579 is being actively exploited. 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-2017-2579?
CVE-2017-2579 affects Netpbm netpbm.
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