Vulnerability Description
OpenVPN versions before 2.3.3 and 2.4.x before 2.4.4 are vulnerable to a buffer overflow vulnerability when key-method 1 is used, possibly resulting in code execution.
CVSS Score
9.8
CRITICAL
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Openvpn | Openvpn | < 2.3.18 |
| Debian | Debian Linux | 9.0 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/101153Third Party AdvisoryVDB EntryURL Repurposed
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1039470Third Party AdvisoryVDB EntryURL Repurposed
- https://community.openvpn.net/openvpn/wiki/CVE-2017-12166PatchVendor Advisory
- https://lists.debian.org/debian-lts-announce/2022/05/msg00002.htmlMailing ListThird Party Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/101153Third Party AdvisoryVDB EntryURL Repurposed
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1039470Third Party AdvisoryVDB EntryURL Repurposed
- https://community.openvpn.net/openvpn/wiki/CVE-2017-12166PatchVendor Advisory
- https://lists.debian.org/debian-lts-announce/2022/05/msg00002.htmlMailing ListThird Party Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2017-12166?
CVE-2017-12166 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.8 (CRITICAL). OpenVPN versions before 2.3.3 and 2.4.x before 2.4.4 are vulnerable to a buffer overflow vulnerability when key-method 1 is used, possibly resulting in code execution.
How severe is CVE-2017-12166?
CVE-2017-12166 has been rated CRITICAL with a CVSS base score of 9.8/10. This is considered a critical vulnerability requiring immediate attention.
Is there a patch for CVE-2017-12166?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Openvpn Openvpn, Debian Debian Linux.