CVE-2017-2823

Public Exploit

Description

A use-after-free vulnerability exists in the .ISO parsing functionality of PowerISO 6.8. A specially crafted .ISO file can cause a vulnerability resulting in potential code execution. An attacker can send a specific .ISO file to trigger this vulnerability.

Category

7.8
CVSS
Severity: High
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 3.0 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 0.52%
Third-Party Advisory talosintelligence.com
Affected: Power Software PowerIso
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://talosintelligence.com/vulnerability_reports/TALOS-2017-0324 exploit vdb entry third party advisory technical description

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2017-2823?
CVE-2017-2823 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2017-2823?
To fix CVE-2017-2823, 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-2017-2823 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2017-2823 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~1% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2017-2823?
CVE-2017-2823 affects Power Software PowerIso.
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