CVE-2017-8891
UnknownEPSS 0.92%
Last modified
CVE-2017-8891 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Dropbox Lepton 1.2.1 allows DoS (SEGV and application crash) via a malformed lepton file because the code does not ensure setup of a correct number of threads.. EPSS estimates a 0.92% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Dropbox Lepton 1.2.1 allows DoS (SEGV and application crash) via a malformed lepton file because the code does not ensure setup of a correct number of threads.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Dropbox | Lepton | 1.2.1 |
References
- http://openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2017/05/10/1Mailing List, Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/dropbox/lepton/commit/82167c144a322cc956da45407f6dce8d4303d346Issue Tracking, Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/dropbox/lepton/issues/87Issue Tracking, Patch, Third Party Advisory
- http://openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2017/05/10/1Mailing List, Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/dropbox/lepton/commit/82167c144a322cc956da45407f6dce8d4303d346Issue Tracking, Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/dropbox/lepton/issues/87Issue Tracking, Patch, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2017-8891?
Dropbox Lepton 1.2.1 allows DoS (SEGV and application crash) via a malformed lepton file because the code does not ensure setup of a correct number of threads.
How severe is CVE-2017-8891?
Severity scoring for CVE-2017-8891 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.92% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2017-8891?
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-2017-8891?
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