CVE-2017-9454
HIGHCVSS 7.5/10EPSS 1.99%
Last modified
CVE-2017-9454 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.5/10 on the CVSS scale. Buffer overflow in the ares_parse_a_reply function in the embedded ares library in ReSIProcate before 1.12.0 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (out-of-bounds-read) via a crafted DNS response.. EPSS estimates a 1.99% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Buffer overflow in the ares_parse_a_reply function in the embedded ares library in ReSIProcate before 1.12.0 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (out-of-bounds-read) via a crafted DNS response.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions | Update |
|---|---|---|---|
| Resiprocate | Resiprocate | <= 1.10.2 | — |
| Resiprocate | Resiprocate | 1.11.0 | Alpha1 |
| Resiprocate | Resiprocate | 1.12.0 | Alpha1 |
References
- https://github.com/resiprocate/resiprocate/commit/d67a9ca6fd06ca65d23e313bdbad1ef4dd3aa0dfPatch, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/resiprocate/resiprocate/commit/d67a9ca6fd06ca65d23e313bdbad1ef4dd3aa0dfPatch, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2017-9454?
Buffer overflow in the ares_parse_a_reply function in the embedded ares library in ReSIProcate before 1.12.0 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (out-of-bounds-read) via a crafted DNS response.
How severe is CVE-2017-9454?
CVE-2017-9454 has a CVSS score of 7.5/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.99% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2017-9454?
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-2017-9454?
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