Vulnerability Description
The lzo1x_decompress function in lzo1x_d.ch in LZO 2.08, as used in lrzip 0.631, allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (invalid memory read and application crash) via a crafted archive.
CVSS Score
5.5
MEDIUM
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Long Range Zip Project | Long Range Zip | 0.631 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://blogs.gentoo.org/ago/2017/05/07/lrzip-invalid-memory-read-in-lzo_decomprThird Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://github.com/ckolivas/lrzip/issues/68Issue TrackingPatchThird Party Advisory
- https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/202005-01Third Party Advisory
- https://blogs.gentoo.org/ago/2017/05/07/lrzip-invalid-memory-read-in-lzo_decomprThird Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://github.com/ckolivas/lrzip/issues/68Issue TrackingPatchThird Party Advisory
- https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/202005-01Third Party Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2017-8845?
CVE-2017-8845 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.5 (MEDIUM). The lzo1x_decompress function in lzo1x_d.ch in LZO 2.08, as used in lrzip 0.631, allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (invalid memory read and application crash) via a crafted archive.
How severe is CVE-2017-8845?
CVE-2017-8845 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-2017-8845?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Long Range Zip Project Long Range Zip.