CVE-2017-6430

Name: CVE-2017-6430
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2017-03-15T15:59:01.03+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 1.97%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2017-6430 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The compile_tree function in ef_compiler.c in the Etterfilter utility in Ettercap 0.8.2 and earlier allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (out-of-bounds read) via a crafted filter.. EPSS estimates a 1.97% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The compile_tree function in ef_compiler.c in the Etterfilter utility in Ettercap 0.8.2 and earlier allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (out-of-bounds read) via a crafted filter.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

1.97%

77.9th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-125

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Ettercap-Project	Ettercap	<= 0.8.2

References

http://www.debian.org/security/2017/dsa-3874
http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/540223/100/0/threaded
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/96582Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1038057
https://github.com/Ettercap/ettercap/issues/782Exploit, Third Party Advisory
https://github.com/LocutusOfBorg/ettercap/commit/626dc56686f15f2dda13c48f78c2a666cb6d8506Patch, Third Party Advisory
http://www.debian.org/security/2017/dsa-3874
http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/540223/100/0/threaded
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/96582Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1038057
https://github.com/Ettercap/ettercap/issues/782Exploit, Third Party Advisory
https://github.com/LocutusOfBorg/ettercap/commit/626dc56686f15f2dda13c48f78c2a666cb6d8506Patch, Third Party Advisory

Timeline

Published: Mar 15, 2017
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2017-6430?

The compile_tree function in ef_compiler.c in the Etterfilter utility in Ettercap 0.8.2 and earlier allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (out-of-bounds read) via a crafted filter.

How severe is CVE-2017-6430?

Severity scoring for CVE-2017-6430 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.97% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2017-6430?

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-2017-6430?

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Source: NVD / NIST