CVE-2017-5505

Name: CVE-2017-5505
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2017-03-16T15:59:00.85+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 2.07%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2017-5505 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The jas_matrix_asl function in jas_seq.c in JasPer 1.900.27 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (invalid memory read and crash) via a crafted image.. EPSS estimates a 2.07% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The jas_matrix_asl function in jas_seq.c in JasPer 1.900.27 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (invalid memory read and crash) via a crafted image.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

2.07%

79.0th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-119

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Jasper Project	Jasper	1.900.27

References

http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2020-09/msg00082.html
http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2020-09/msg00085.html
http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2017/01/16/5Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2017/01/17/4Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/95687
https://blogs.gentoo.org/ago/2017/01/16/jasper-invalid-memory-read-in-jas_matrix_asl-jas_seq-c/Exploit, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/201908-03
http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2020-09/msg00082.html
http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2020-09/msg00085.html
http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2017/01/16/5Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2017/01/17/4Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/95687
https://blogs.gentoo.org/ago/2017/01/16/jasper-invalid-memory-read-in-jas_matrix_asl-jas_seq-c/Exploit, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/201908-03

Timeline

Published: Mar 16, 2017
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2017-5505?

The jas_matrix_asl function in jas_seq.c in JasPer 1.900.27 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (invalid memory read and crash) via a crafted image.

How severe is CVE-2017-5505?

Severity scoring for CVE-2017-5505 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 2.07% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2017-5505?

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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Source: NVD / NIST