CVE-2017-17818
UnknownEPSS 2.72%
Last modified
CVE-2017-17818 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. In Netwide Assembler (NASM) 2.14rc0, there is a heap-based buffer over-read that will cause a remote denial of service attack, related to a while loop in paste_tokens in asm/preproc.c.. EPSS estimates a 2.72% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
In Netwide Assembler (NASM) 2.14rc0, there is a heap-based buffer over-read that will cause a remote denial of service attack, related to a while loop in paste_tokens in asm/preproc.c.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions | Update |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nasm | Netwide Assembler | 2.14 | Rc0 |
| Canonical | Ubuntu Linux | 14.04 | — |
References
- https://bugzilla.nasm.us/show_bug.cgi?id=3392428Exploit, Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://usn.ubuntu.com/3694-1/Third Party Advisory
- https://bugzilla.nasm.us/show_bug.cgi?id=3392428Exploit, Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://usn.ubuntu.com/3694-1/Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2017-17818?
In Netwide Assembler (NASM) 2.14rc0, there is a heap-based buffer over-read that will cause a remote denial of service attack, related to a while loop in paste_tokens in asm/preproc.c.
How severe is CVE-2017-17818?
Severity scoring for CVE-2017-17818 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 2.72% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2017-17818?
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-2017-17818?
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