CVE-2017-15722
UnknownEPSS 1.97%
Last modified
CVE-2017-15722 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. In certain cases, Irssi before 1.0.5 may fail to verify that a Safe channel ID is long enough, causing reads beyond the end of the string.. EPSS estimates a 1.97% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
In certain cases, Irssi before 1.0.5 may fail to verify that a Safe channel ID is long enough, causing reads beyond the end of the string.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Irssi | Irssi | <= 1.0.4 |
| Debian | Debian Linux | 7.0 |
| Debian | Debian Linux | 8.0 |
| Debian | Debian Linux | 9.0 |
References
- http://openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2017/10/22/4Mailing List, Mitigation, Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://irssi.org/security/irssi_sa_2017_10.txtMitigation, Patch, Vendor Advisory
- https://lists.debian.org/debian-lts-announce/2017/12/msg00022.htmlMailing List, Third Party Advisory
- https://www.debian.org/security/2017/dsa-4016Third Party Advisory
- http://openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2017/10/22/4Mailing List, Mitigation, Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://irssi.org/security/irssi_sa_2017_10.txtMitigation, Patch, Vendor Advisory
- https://lists.debian.org/debian-lts-announce/2017/12/msg00022.htmlMailing List, Third Party Advisory
- https://www.debian.org/security/2017/dsa-4016Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2017-15722?
In certain cases, Irssi before 1.0.5 may fail to verify that a Safe channel ID is long enough, causing reads beyond the end of the string.
How severe is CVE-2017-15722?
Severity scoring for CVE-2017-15722 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.97% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2017-15722?
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-2017-15722?
Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.
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