Vulnerability Description
The function "Token& Scanner::peek" in scanner.cpp in yaml-cpp 0.5.3 and earlier allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (assertion failure and application exit) via a '!2' string.
CVSS Score
7.5
HIGH
CVSS:3.0/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Yaml-Cpp Project | Yaml-Cpp | <= 0.5.3 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://github.com/jbeder/yaml-cpp/issues/519ExploitThird Party Advisory
- https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/202007-14
- https://github.com/jbeder/yaml-cpp/issues/519ExploitThird Party Advisory
- https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/202007-14
FAQ
What is CVE-2017-11692?
CVE-2017-11692 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.5 (HIGH). The function "Token& Scanner::peek" in scanner.cpp in yaml-cpp 0.5.3 and earlier allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (assertion failure and application exit) via a '!2' string.
How severe is CVE-2017-11692?
CVE-2017-11692 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2017-11692?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Yaml-Cpp Project Yaml-Cpp.