CVE-2017-12473
CVE-2017-12473 is a high-severity vulnerability in Ccn-lite with a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.5. 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-20.
Key facts
- Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 7.5)
- CVSS v2: 5.0
- EPSS exploit prediction: 1% (68th percentile)
- Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
- Weakness: CWE-20
- Affected product: Ccn-lite
- Published:
- Last modified:
Description
ccnl_ccntlv_bytes2pkt in CCN-lite allows context-dependent attackers to cause a denial of service (application crash) via vectors involving packets with "wrong L values."
Frequently asked questions
- What is CVE-2017-12473?
- ccnl_ccntlv_bytes2pkt in CCN-lite allows context-dependent attackers to cause a denial of service (application crash) via vectors involving packets with "wrong L values."
- How severe is CVE-2017-12473?
- CVE-2017-12473 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.5, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is none, integrity none, and availability high.
- Is CVE-2017-12473 being actively exploited?
- It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (68th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- What products are affected by CVE-2017-12473?
- CVE-2017-12473 affects Ccn-lite. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
- How do I fix CVE-2017-12473?
- 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-2017-12473 published?
- CVE-2017-12473 was published on 2018-02-07 and last updated on 2026-06-17.
References
Affected products (1)
- cpe:2.3:a:ccn-lite:ccn-lite:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
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