Vulnerability Description
In OpenEXR 2.2.0, an invalid write of size 2 in the = operator function in half.h could cause the application to crash or execute arbitrary code.
CVSS Score
8.8
HIGH
CVSS:3.0/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Openexr | Openexr | 2.2.0 |
References
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2019-07/msg00060.html
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2019-08/msg00000.html
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2017/05/12/5Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/openexr/openexr/issues/232
- https://github.com/openexr/openexr/pull/233
- https://github.com/openexr/openexr/releases/tag/v2.2.1
- https://lists.debian.org/debian-lts-announce/2020/08/msg00056.html
- https://usn.ubuntu.com/4148-1/
- https://usn.ubuntu.com/4339-1/
- https://www.debian.org/security/2020/dsa-4755
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2019-07/msg00060.html
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2019-08/msg00000.html
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2017/05/12/5Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/openexr/openexr/issues/232
- https://github.com/openexr/openexr/pull/233
FAQ
What is CVE-2017-9115?
CVE-2017-9115 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 8.8 (HIGH). In OpenEXR 2.2.0, an invalid write of size 2 in the = operator function in half.h could cause the application to crash or execute arbitrary code.
How severe is CVE-2017-9115?
CVE-2017-9115 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 8.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2017-9115?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Openexr Openexr.