CVE-2017-6309
UnknownEPSS 1.41%
Last modified
CVE-2017-6309 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. An issue was discovered in tnef before 1.4.13. Two type confusions have been identified in the parse_file() function. EPSS estimates a 1.41% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
An issue was discovered in tnef before 1.4.13. Two type confusions have been identified in the parse_file() function. These might lead to invalid read and write operations, controlled by an attacker.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Tnef Project | Tnef | <= 1.4.12 |
| Debian | Debian Linux | 8.0 |
References
- http://www.debian.org/security/2017/dsa-3798Third Party Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/96427Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://github.com/verdammelt/tnef/blob/master/ChangeLogPatch, Release Notes, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/verdammelt/tnef/commit/8dccf79857ceeb7a6d3e42c1e762e7b865d5344dIssue Tracking, Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/201708-02Third Party Advisory
- https://www.x41-dsec.de/lab/advisories/x41-2017-004-tnef/Patch, Third Party Advisory
- http://www.debian.org/security/2017/dsa-3798Third Party Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/96427Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://github.com/verdammelt/tnef/blob/master/ChangeLogPatch, Release Notes, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/verdammelt/tnef/commit/8dccf79857ceeb7a6d3e42c1e762e7b865d5344dIssue Tracking, Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/201708-02Third Party Advisory
- https://www.x41-dsec.de/lab/advisories/x41-2017-004-tnef/Patch, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2017-6309?
An issue was discovered in tnef before 1.4.13. Two type confusions have been identified in the parse_file() function. These might lead to invalid read and write operations, controlled by an attacker.
How severe is CVE-2017-6309?
Severity scoring for CVE-2017-6309 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.41% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2017-6309?
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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