CVE-2017-12950
MEDIUMCVSS 6.5/10EPSS 5.05%
Last modified
CVE-2017-12950 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 6.5/10 on the CVSS scale. The gig::Region::Region function in gig.cpp in libgig 4.0.0 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (NULL pointer dereference and application crash) via a crafted gig file.. EPSS estimates a 5.05% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The gig::Region::Region function in gig.cpp in libgig 4.0.0 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (NULL pointer dereference and application crash) via a crafted gig file.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Linuxsampler | Libgig | 4.0.0 |
References
- http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2017/Aug/39Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/42546/Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2017/Aug/39Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/42546/Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2017-12950?
The gig::Region::Region function in gig.cpp in libgig 4.0.0 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (NULL pointer dereference and application crash) via a crafted gig file.
How severe is CVE-2017-12950?
CVE-2017-12950 has a CVSS score of 6.5/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 5.05% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2017-12950?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
Are you affected by CVE-2017-12950?
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