CVE-2017-12952 — MEDIUM (6.5)

Vulnerability Description

The LoadString function in helper.h in libgig 4.0.0 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (NULL pointer dereference and application crash) via a crafted gig file.

CVSS Score

6.5

MEDIUM

CVSS:3.0/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H

Attack Vector

NETWORK

Attack Complexity

LOW

Privileges Required

NONE

User Interaction

REQUIRED

Scope

UNCHANGED

Confidentiality

NONE

Integrity

NONE

Availability

HIGH

Affected Products

Vendor	Product	Versions
Libgig0	Libgig	4.0.0

Related Weaknesses (CWE)

CWE-476

References

http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2017/Aug/39Mailing ListThird Party Advisory
https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/42546/
http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2017/Aug/39Mailing ListThird Party Advisory
https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/42546/

FAQ

What is CVE-2017-12952?

CVE-2017-12952 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.5 (MEDIUM). The LoadString function in helper.h in libgig 4.0.0 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (NULL pointer dereference and application crash) via a crafted gig file.

How severe is CVE-2017-12952?

CVE-2017-12952 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 6.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.

Is there a patch for CVE-2017-12952?

Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Libgig0 Libgig.