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CVE-2017-8872

CRITICALCVSS 9.1/10EPSS 2.31%

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CVE-2017-8872 is a critical-severity vulnerability rated 9.1/10 on the CVSS scale. The htmlParseTryOrFinish function in HTMLparser.c in libxml2 2.9.4 allows attackers to cause a denial of service (buffer over-read) or information disclosure.. EPSS estimates a 2.31% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The htmlParseTryOrFinish function in HTMLparser.c in libxml2 2.9.4 allows attackers to cause a denial of service (buffer over-read) or information disclosure.

Metrics

CVSS 3.1
9.1/10

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:H

EPSS Probability
2.31%

81.1th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
XmlsoftLibxml22.9.4

References

Timeline

Published
Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2017-8872?
The htmlParseTryOrFinish function in HTMLparser.c in libxml2 2.9.4 allows attackers to cause a denial of service (buffer over-read) or information disclosure.
How severe is CVE-2017-8872?
CVE-2017-8872 has a CVSS score of 9.1/10 (CRITICAL severity). The EPSS model estimates a 2.31% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2017-8872?
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