Vulnerability Description
The __hash_open function in hash.c:229 in Mozilla Network Security Services (NSS) allows context-dependent attackers to cause a denial of service (floating point exception and crash) via a crafted cert8.db file.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Mozilla | Network Security Services | - |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/143735/NSS-Buffer-Overflows-Floating-Point-Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2017/Aug/17ExploitMailing ListThird Party Advisory
- http://www.geeknik.net/9brdqk6xuExploitThird Party Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/100345Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1039153Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/202003-37
- http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/143735/NSS-Buffer-Overflows-Floating-Point-Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2017/Aug/17ExploitMailing ListThird Party Advisory
- http://www.geeknik.net/9brdqk6xuExploitThird Party Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/100345Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1039153Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/202003-37
FAQ
What is CVE-2017-11697?
CVE-2017-11697 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.8 (HIGH). The __hash_open function in hash.c:229 in Mozilla Network Security Services (NSS) allows context-dependent attackers to cause a denial of service (floating point exception and crash) via a crafted cer...
How severe is CVE-2017-11697?
CVE-2017-11697 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2017-11697?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Mozilla Network Security Services.