Vulnerability Description
In modules/imgcodecs/src/grfmt_pxm.cpp, the length of buffer AutoBuffer _src is small than expected, which will cause copy buffer overflow later. If the image is from remote, may lead to remote code execution or denial of service. This affects Opencv 3.3 and earlier.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Opencv | Opencv | <= 3.3.0 |
| Debian | Debian Linux | 8.0 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://github.com/opencv/opencv/issues/9370Issue TrackingPatchThird Party Advisory
- https://lists.debian.org/debian-lts-announce/2018/07/msg00030.htmlMailing ListThird Party Advisory
- https://lists.debian.org/debian-lts-announce/2021/10/msg00028.htmlMailing ListThird Party Advisory
- https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/201712-02Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/opencv/opencv/issues/9370Issue TrackingPatchThird Party Advisory
- https://lists.debian.org/debian-lts-announce/2018/07/msg00030.htmlMailing ListThird Party Advisory
- https://lists.debian.org/debian-lts-announce/2021/10/msg00028.htmlMailing ListThird Party Advisory
- https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/201712-02Third Party Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2017-12862?
CVE-2017-12862 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 8.8 (HIGH). In modules/imgcodecs/src/grfmt_pxm.cpp, the length of buffer AutoBuffer _src is small than expected, which will cause copy buffer overflow later. If the image is from remote, may lead to remote code e...
How severe is CVE-2017-12862?
CVE-2017-12862 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 8.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2017-12862?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Opencv Opencv, Debian Debian Linux.