Vulnerability Description
libunrar.a in UnRAR before 5.5.7 has an out-of-bounds read in the EncodeFileName::Decode call within the Archive::ReadHeader15 function.
CVSS Score
9.8
CRITICAL
CVSS:3.0/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Rarlab | Unrar | <= 5.5.6 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://seclists.org/oss-sec/2017/q3/290ExploitMailing ListThird Party Advisory
- https://kc.mcafee.com/corporate/index?page=content&id=SB10241
- https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/201709-24
- http://seclists.org/oss-sec/2017/q3/290ExploitMailing ListThird Party Advisory
- https://kc.mcafee.com/corporate/index?page=content&id=SB10241
- https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/201709-24
FAQ
What is CVE-2017-12940?
CVE-2017-12940 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.8 (CRITICAL). libunrar.a in UnRAR before 5.5.7 has an out-of-bounds read in the EncodeFileName::Decode call within the Archive::ReadHeader15 function.
How severe is CVE-2017-12940?
CVE-2017-12940 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-2017-12940?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Rarlab Unrar.