Vulnerability Description
An error in the lha_read_file_header_1() function (archive_read_support_format_lha.c) in libarchive 3.2.2 allows remote attackers to trigger an out-of-bounds read memory access and subsequently cause a crash via a specially crafted archive.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Libarchive | Libarchive | 3.2.2 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/95837Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1037974
- https://github.com/libarchive/libarchive/commit/98dcbbf0bf4854bf987557e55e55fff7Issue TrackingPatchThird Party Advisory
- https://lists.debian.org/debian-lts-announce/2018/11/msg00037.html
- https://secunia.com/secunia_research/2017-3/
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/95837Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1037974
- https://github.com/libarchive/libarchive/commit/98dcbbf0bf4854bf987557e55e55fff7Issue TrackingPatchThird Party Advisory
- https://lists.debian.org/debian-lts-announce/2018/11/msg00037.html
- https://secunia.com/secunia_research/2017-3/
FAQ
What is CVE-2017-5601?
CVE-2017-5601 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.5 (HIGH). An error in the lha_read_file_header_1() function (archive_read_support_format_lha.c) in libarchive 3.2.2 allows remote attackers to trigger an out-of-bounds read memory access and subsequently cause ...
How severe is CVE-2017-5601?
CVE-2017-5601 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2017-5601?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Libarchive Libarchive.