CVE-2017-6889

An integer overflow error within the "foveon_load_camf()" function (dcraw_foveon.c) in LibRaw-demosaic-pack-GPL2 before 0.18.2 can be exploited to cause a…

published May 15, 2017

CVSS
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EPSS
1%
Percentile
73.5
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ An integer overflow error in `foveon_load_camf()` could lead to a heap-based buffer overflow! It's a surprisingly sneaky flaw just waiting for the right moment. 🔍 Think of it like a jammed assembly line where the system miscalculates how much product it can handle—when it gets overloaded, it spills over and breaks everything down. 📦 If exploited, an attacker could potentially manipulate the memory, causing a crash or even executing arbitrary code on your system. This could lead to data breaches or corruption, making it crucial to address this flaw before it becomes a headache.

Put simply

Think of it like a jammed assembly line where the system miscalculates how much product it can handle—when it gets overloaded, it spills over and breaks everything down. 📦 The integer overflow in `foveon_load_camf()` allows for unexpected values to be processed, resulting in a heap-based buffer overflow. This vulnerability can be triggered during the demosaicing process, allowing attackers to access or corrupt memory.

What to do

If exploited, an attacker could potentially manipulate the memory, causing a crash or even executing arbitrary code on your system. This could lead to data breaches or corruption, making it crucial to address this flaw before it becomes a headache. To secure your system, upgrade LibRaw-demosaic-pack-GPL2 to version 0.18.2 or later. Regularly review your dependencies to ensure you're not using outdated libraries. You’ve got this! Tackle this vulnerability now, and you'll keep your systems safe and sound. 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.01479 · 73.5th percentile
Published
2017-05-15T18:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 15 MAY 18:00Z
    An integer overflow error within the "foveon_load_camf()" function (dcraw_foveon.c) in LibRaw-demosaic-pack-GPL2 before 0.18.2 can be exploited to cause a…
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