CVE-2017-18198
CVE-2017-18198 is a high-severity vulnerability in Gnu Libcdio with a CVSS 3.x base score of 8.8. 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 8.8)
- CVSS v2: 6.8
- EPSS exploit prediction: 3% (87th percentile)
- Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
- Weakness: CWE-125
- Affected product: Gnu Libcdio
- Published:
- Last modified:
Description
print_iso9660_recurse in iso-info.c in GNU libcdio before 1.0.0 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (heap-based buffer over-read) or possibly have unspecified other impact via a crafted iso file.
Frequently asked questions
- What is CVE-2017-18198?
- print_iso9660_recurse in iso-info.c in GNU libcdio before 1.0.0 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (heap-based buffer over-read) or possibly have unspecified other impact via a crafted iso file.
- How severe is CVE-2017-18198?
- CVE-2017-18198 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 8.8, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.
- Is CVE-2017-18198 being actively exploited?
- It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 3% (87th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- What products are affected by CVE-2017-18198?
- CVE-2017-18198 affects Gnu Libcdio. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
- How do I fix CVE-2017-18198?
- 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-2017-18198 published?
- CVE-2017-18198 was published on 2018-02-24 and last updated on 2026-06-17.
References
- http://ftp.gnu.org/gnu/libcdio/libcdio-1.0.0.tar.gz
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/103200
- https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2018:3246
- https://savannah.gnu.org/bugs/?52265
Affected products (1)
- cpe:2.3:a:gnu:libcdio:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
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