CVE-2017-17663 Memory corruption in n/a

Critical 9.8 Published 6 Feb 2018 Updated 5 Aug 2024

A buffer overflow in the htpasswd implementation of mini_httpd and thttpd allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code.

Exploited in the wild: Not known
Login needed: Not needed
Attackable: Over the internet
Victim action needed: Not needed
Fix: Available

What is CVE-2017-17663?

CVE-2017-17663 is a critical memory corruption vulnerability in n/a, published on 6 Feb 2018. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.

Official description

The htpasswd implementation of mini_httpd before v1.28 and of thttpd before v2.28 is affected by a buffer overflow that can be exploited remotely to perform code execution.

Weakness: CWE-119

Which versions are affected by CVE-2017-17663?

It affects 2 products.

Linux distribution packages (1)

thttpd openSUSE:Tumbleweed All versions 2.29-3.9

Products include Acme Mini Httpd, Acme Thttpd.

How do I fix CVE-2017-17663?

Upgrade to a fixed version.

Upgrade to the fixed version. Memory-safe languages, compiler hardening and fuzzing prevent most new cases. More about Memory corruption.

Is CVE-2017-17663 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2017-17663 in the wild and no public exploit code.

Sources

Also known as ALPINE-CVE-2017-17663, DEBIAN-CVE-2017-17663, GHSA-mrjc-pvrp-jc53, UBUNTU-CVE-2017-17663, openSUSE-SU-2024:11460-1.