CVE-2017-6303 Integer overflow in n/a

High 7.8 Published Updated

An integer overflow in the ytnef library can lead to invalid writes, potentially allowing code execution or denial of service.

Exploited in the wild
Not known
Login needed
Not needed
Attackable
Local or same network only
Victim action needed
A user has to click or open something
Fix
Available

What is CVE-2017-6303?

CVE-2017-6303 is a high-severity vulnerability in Debian Debian Linux, published on 24 Feb 2017. It can only be exploited from the same machine or local network, and only if a user opens a file or follows a link.

Official description

An issue was discovered in ytnef before 1.9.1. This is related to a patch described as "6 of 9. Invalid Write and Integer Overflow."

Weakness: CWE-190

Which versions are affected by CVE-2017-6303?

It affects 2 products.

Products include Debian Debian Linux, Ytnef Project Ytnef.

How do I fix CVE-2017-6303?

Upgrade to a fixed version.

Is CVE-2017-6303 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2017-6303 in the wild and no public exploit code.

All Debian Debian Linux vulnerabilities

Sources

Also known as DEBIAN-CVE-2017-6303, GHSA-rpmf-89pw-8m38, UBUNTU-CVE-2017-6303.

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