Vulnerability Description
The compile_tree function in ef_compiler.c in the Etterfilter utility in Ettercap 0.8.2 and earlier allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (out-of-bounds read) via a crafted filter.
CVSS Score
5.5
MEDIUM
CVSS:3.0/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Ettercap-Project | Ettercap | <= 0.8.2 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://www.debian.org/security/2017/dsa-3874
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/540223/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/96582Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1038057
- https://github.com/Ettercap/ettercap/issues/782ExploitThird Party Advisory
- https://github.com/LocutusOfBorg/ettercap/commit/626dc56686f15f2dda13c48f78c2a66PatchThird Party Advisory
- http://www.debian.org/security/2017/dsa-3874
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/540223/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/96582Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1038057
- https://github.com/Ettercap/ettercap/issues/782ExploitThird Party Advisory
- https://github.com/LocutusOfBorg/ettercap/commit/626dc56686f15f2dda13c48f78c2a66PatchThird Party Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2017-6430?
CVE-2017-6430 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.5 (MEDIUM). The compile_tree function in ef_compiler.c in the Etterfilter utility in Ettercap 0.8.2 and earlier allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (out-of-bounds read) via a crafted filter.
How severe is CVE-2017-6430?
CVE-2017-6430 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-2017-6430?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Ettercap-Project Ettercap.