CVE-2017-9989
UnknownEPSS 2.04%
Last modified
CVE-2017-9989 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. util/outputtxt.c in libming 0.4.8 mishandles memory allocation. A crafted input will lead to a remote denial of service (NULL pointer dereference) attack.. EPSS estimates a 2.04% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
util/outputtxt.c in libming 0.4.8 mishandles memory allocation. A crafted input will lead to a remote denial of service (NULL pointer dereference) attack.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Libming | Libming | 0.4.8 |
| Debian | Debian Linux | 7.0 |
References
- https://github.com/libming/libming/issues/86Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://lists.debian.org/debian-lts-announce/2017/11/msg00022.htmlMailing List, Third Party Advisory
- https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/201904-24Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/libming/libming/issues/86Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://lists.debian.org/debian-lts-announce/2017/11/msg00022.htmlMailing List, Third Party Advisory
- https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/201904-24Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2017-9989?
util/outputtxt.c in libming 0.4.8 mishandles memory allocation. A crafted input will lead to a remote denial of service (NULL pointer dereference) attack.
How severe is CVE-2017-9989?
Severity scoring for CVE-2017-9989 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 2.04% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2017-9989?
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-2017-9989?
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