Vulnerability Description
Apache Portable Runtime Utility (APR-util) 1.6.0 and prior fail to validate the integrity of SDBM database files used by apr_sdbm*() functions, resulting in a possible out of bound read access. A local user with write access to the database can make a program or process using these functions crash, and cause a denial of service.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apache | Portable Runtime Utility | 0.9.1 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://mail-archives.apache.org/mod_mbox/apr-dev/201710.mbox/%3CCACsi252POs4toeJMailing ListVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/101558Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1042004
- https://lists.debian.org/debian-lts-announce/2017/11/msg00006.html
- http://mail-archives.apache.org/mod_mbox/apr-dev/201710.mbox/%3CCACsi252POs4toeJMailing ListVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/101558Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1042004
- https://lists.debian.org/debian-lts-announce/2017/11/msg00006.html
FAQ
What is CVE-2017-12618?
CVE-2017-12618 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.7 (MEDIUM). Apache Portable Runtime Utility (APR-util) 1.6.0 and prior fail to validate the integrity of SDBM database files used by apr_sdbm*() functions, resulting in a possible out of bound read access. A loca...
How severe is CVE-2017-12618?
CVE-2017-12618 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 4.7/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2017-12618?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Apache Portable Runtime Utility.