CVE-2017-9469
UnknownEPSS 6.08%
Last modified
CVE-2017-9469 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. In Irssi before 1.0.3, when receiving certain incorrectly quoted DCC files, it tries to find the terminating quote one byte before the allocated memory. Thus, remote attackers might be able to cause a crash.. EPSS estimates a 6.08% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
In Irssi before 1.0.3, when receiving certain incorrectly quoted DCC files, it tries to find the terminating quote one byte before the allocated memory. Thus, remote attackers might be able to cause a crash.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Irssi | Irssi | <= 1.0.2 |
| Debian | Debian Linux | 8.0 |
| Debian | Debian Linux | 9.0 |
References
- http://openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2017/06/06/4Mailing List, Patch, Third Party Advisory
- http://www.debian.org/security/2017/dsa-3885Third Party Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/99043Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1038621Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://irssi.org/security/irssi_sa_2017_06.txtPatch, Vendor Advisory
- http://openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2017/06/06/4Mailing List, Patch, Third Party Advisory
- http://www.debian.org/security/2017/dsa-3885Third Party Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/99043Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1038621Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://irssi.org/security/irssi_sa_2017_06.txtPatch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2017-9469?
In Irssi before 1.0.3, when receiving certain incorrectly quoted DCC files, it tries to find the terminating quote one byte before the allocated memory. Thus, remote attackers might be able to cause a crash.
How severe is CVE-2017-9469?
Severity scoring for CVE-2017-9469 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 6.08% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2017-9469?
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-2017-9469?
Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.
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