Vulnerability Description
The plist_free_data function in plist.c in libplist allows attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) via vectors involving an integer node that is treated as a PLIST_KEY and then triggers an invalid free.
CVSS Score
7.5
HIGH
CVSS:3.0/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Libimobiledevice | Libplist | All versions |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2017/01/31/6Mailing ListPatchThird Party Advisory
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2017/02/02/4Mailing ListPatchThird Party Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/96022
- https://github.com/libimobiledevice/libplist/issues/86Issue TrackingPatchThird Party Advisory
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2017/01/31/6Mailing ListPatchThird Party Advisory
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2017/02/02/4Mailing ListPatchThird Party Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/96022
- https://github.com/libimobiledevice/libplist/issues/86Issue TrackingPatchThird Party Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2017-5836?
CVE-2017-5836 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.5 (HIGH). The plist_free_data function in plist.c in libplist allows attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) via vectors involving an integer node that is treated as a PLIST_KEY and then triggers an inva...
How severe is CVE-2017-5836?
CVE-2017-5836 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-2017-5836?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Libimobiledevice Libplist.