CVE-2017-2581
MEDIUMCVSS 4.5/10EPSS 1.13%
Last modified
CVE-2017-2581 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 4.5/10 on the CVSS scale. An out-of-bounds write vulnerability was found in netpbm before 10.61. A maliciously crafted file could cause the application to crash or possibly allow code execution.. EPSS estimates a 1.13% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
An out-of-bounds write vulnerability was found in netpbm before 10.61. A maliciously crafted file could cause the application to crash or possibly allow code execution.
Metrics
CVSS:3.0/AV:L/AC:H/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:L/I:L/A:L
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Netpbm Project | Netpbm | < 10.61.00 |
References
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/96710Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=CVE-2017-2581Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/96710Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=CVE-2017-2581Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2017-2581?
An out-of-bounds write vulnerability was found in netpbm before 10.61. A maliciously crafted file could cause the application to crash or possibly allow code execution.
How severe is CVE-2017-2581?
CVE-2017-2581 has a CVSS score of 4.5/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.13% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2017-2581?
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.
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