CVE-2017-6308 Integer overflow in n/a
Integer overflows in tnef library memory allocation functions can lead to heap overflows, 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-2017-6308?
CVE-2017-6308 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 tnef before 1.4.13. Several Integer Overflows, which can lead to Heap Overflows, have been identified in the functions that wrap memory allocation.
Weakness: CWE-190
Which versions are affected by CVE-2017-6308?
It affects 2 products.
Products include Debian Debian Linux, Tnef Project Tnef.
How do I fix CVE-2017-6308?
Upgrade to a fixed version.
Is CVE-2017-6308 being exploited?
There is no known exploitation of CVE-2017-6308 in the wild and no public exploit code.
Other vulnerabilities in Debian Debian Linux
Sources
Also known as DEBIAN-CVE-2017-6308, GHSA-pf7f-x7x4-c238, UBUNTU-CVE-2017-6308.