CVE-2017-15923
UnknownEPSS 2.73%
Last modified
CVE-2017-15923 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Konversation 1.4.x, 1.5.x, 1.6.x, and 1.7.x before 1.7.3 allow remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) via vectors related to parsing of IRC color formatting codes.. EPSS estimates a 2.73% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Konversation 1.4.x, 1.5.x, 1.6.x, and 1.7.x before 1.7.3 allow remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) via vectors related to parsing of IRC color formatting codes.
Metrics
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Konversation | Konversation | >= 1.4, < 1.7.3 |
| Debian | Debian Linux | 7.0 |
| Debian | Debian Linux | 8.0 |
| Debian | Debian Linux | 9.0 |
References
- https://konversation.kde.org/Patch, Vendor Advisory
- https://lists.debian.org/debian-lts-announce/2017/11/msg00020.htmlMailing List, Third Party Advisory
- https://www.debian.org/security/2017/dsa-4033Third Party Advisory
- https://konversation.kde.org/Patch, Vendor Advisory
- https://lists.debian.org/debian-lts-announce/2017/11/msg00020.htmlMailing List, Third Party Advisory
- https://www.debian.org/security/2017/dsa-4033Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2017-15923?
Konversation 1.4.x, 1.5.x, 1.6.x, and 1.7.x before 1.7.3 allow remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) via vectors related to parsing of IRC color formatting codes.
How severe is CVE-2017-15923?
Severity scoring for CVE-2017-15923 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 2.73% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2017-15923?
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-2017-15923?
Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.
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