Vulnerability Description
The jas_matrix_asl function in jas_seq.c in JasPer 1.900.27 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (invalid memory read and crash) via a crafted image.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Jasper Project | Jasper | 1.900.27 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2020-09/msg00082.html
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2020-09/msg00085.html
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2017/01/16/5Mailing ListThird Party Advisory
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2017/01/17/4Mailing ListThird Party Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/95687
- https://blogs.gentoo.org/ago/2017/01/16/jasper-invalid-memory-read-in-jas_matrixExploitThird Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/201908-03
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2020-09/msg00082.html
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2020-09/msg00085.html
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2017/01/16/5Mailing ListThird Party Advisory
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2017/01/17/4Mailing ListThird Party Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/95687
- https://blogs.gentoo.org/ago/2017/01/16/jasper-invalid-memory-read-in-jas_matrixExploitThird Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/201908-03
FAQ
What is CVE-2017-5505?
CVE-2017-5505 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.5 (MEDIUM). The jas_matrix_asl function in jas_seq.c in JasPer 1.900.27 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (invalid memory read and crash) via a crafted image.
How severe is CVE-2017-5505?
CVE-2017-5505 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2017-5505?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Jasper Project Jasper.