CVE-2017-6961
UnknownEPSS 0.80%
Last modified
CVE-2017-6961 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. An issue was discovered in apng2gif 1.7. There is improper sanitization of user input causing huge memory allocations, resulting in a crash. EPSS estimates a 0.80% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
An issue was discovered in apng2gif 1.7. There is improper sanitization of user input causing huge memory allocations, resulting in a crash. This is related to the read_chunk function using the pChunk->size value (within the PNG file) to determine the amount of memory to allocate.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apng2gif Project | Apng2gif | 1.7 |
References
- https://bugs.debian.org/cgi-bin/bugreport.cgi?bug=854441Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
- https://bugs.debian.org/cgi-bin/bugreport.cgi?bug=854441Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2017-6961?
An issue was discovered in apng2gif 1.7. There is improper sanitization of user input causing huge memory allocations, resulting in a crash. This is related to the read_chunk function using the pChunk->size value (within the PNG file) to determine the amount of memory to allocate.
How severe is CVE-2017-6961?
Severity scoring for CVE-2017-6961 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.80% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2017-6961?
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-2017-6961?
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