CVE-2017-2862

Public Exploit

Description

An exploitable heap overflow vulnerability exists in the gdk_pixbuf__jpeg_image_load_increment functionality of Gdk-Pixbuf 2.36.6. A specially crafted jpeg file can cause a heap overflow resulting in remote code execution. An attacker can send a file or url to trigger this vulnerability.

Category

7.8
CVSS
Severity: High
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 3.0 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 6.05% Top 10%
Vendor Advisory debian.org
Affected: GNOME Gdk-Pixbuf
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
http://www.debian.org/security/2017/dsa-3978 third party advisory vendor advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/100541 vdb entry broken link
https://www.talosintelligence.com/vulnerability_reports/TALOS-2017-0366 exploit third party advisory technical description

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2017-2862?
CVE-2017-2862 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2017-2862?
To fix CVE-2017-2862, 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-2017-2862 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2017-2862 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~6% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2017-2862?
CVE-2017-2862 affects GNOME Gdk-Pixbuf.
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