CVE-2017-12966
CVE-2017-12966 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Asn1c Project Asn1c with a CVSS 3.x base score of 6.5. 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-119.
Key facts
- Severity: Medium (CVSS 3.x base score 6.5)
- CVSS v2: 4.3
- EPSS exploit prediction: 1% (61st percentile)
- Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
- Weakness: CWE-119
- Affected product: Asn1c Project Asn1c
- Published:
- Last modified:
Description
The asn1f_lookup_symbol_impl function in asn1fix_retrieve.c in libasn1fix.a in asn1c 0.9.28 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (segmentation fault) via a crafted .asn1 file.
Frequently asked questions
- What is CVE-2017-12966?
- The asn1f_lookup_symbol_impl function in asn1fix_retrieve.c in libasn1fix.a in asn1c 0.9.28 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (segmentation fault) via a crafted .asn1 file.
- How severe is CVE-2017-12966?
- CVE-2017-12966 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 6.5, rated medium severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is none, integrity none, and availability high.
- Is CVE-2017-12966 being actively exploited?
- It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (61st percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- What products are affected by CVE-2017-12966?
- CVE-2017-12966 affects Asn1c Project Asn1c. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
- How do I fix CVE-2017-12966?
- Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
- When was CVE-2017-12966 published?
- CVE-2017-12966 was published on 2017-08-20 and last updated on 2026-06-17.
References
Affected products (1)
- cpe:2.3:a:asn1c_project:asn1c:0.9.28:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
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