CVE-2017-11116
CVE-2017-11116 is a high-severity vulnerability in Openexif Project Openexif with a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.8. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-125.
Key facts
- Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 7.8)
- CVSS v2: 6.8
- EPSS exploit prediction: 1% (63rd percentile)
- Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
- Weakness: CWE-125
- Affected product: Openexif Project Openexif
- Published:
- Last modified:
Description
The ExifImageFile::readDQT function in ExifImageFileRead.cpp in OpenExif 2.1.4 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (heap-based buffer over-read and application crash) via a crafted jpg file.
Frequently asked questions
- What is CVE-2017-11116?
- The ExifImageFile::readDQT function in ExifImageFileRead.cpp in OpenExif 2.1.4 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (heap-based buffer over-read and application crash) via a crafted jpg file.
- How severe is CVE-2017-11116?
- CVE-2017-11116 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.8, rated high severity. It is exploitable over local access with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.
- Is CVE-2017-11116 being actively exploited?
- It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (63rd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- What products are affected by CVE-2017-11116?
- CVE-2017-11116 affects Openexif Project Openexif. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
- How do I fix CVE-2017-11116?
- Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
- When was CVE-2017-11116 published?
- CVE-2017-11116 was published on 2017-07-31 and last updated on 2026-06-17.
References
Affected products (1)
- cpe:2.3:a:openexif_project:openexif:2.1.4:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
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