CVE-2017-18246
CVE-2017-18246 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Libav 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-125.
Key facts
- Severity: Medium (CVSS 3.x base score 6.5)
- CVSS v2: 4.3
- EPSS exploit prediction: 1% (60th percentile)
- Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
- Weakness: CWE-125
- Affected product: Libav
- Published:
- Last modified:
Description
The pcm_encode_frame function in libavcodec/pcm.c in Libav 12.2 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (heap-based buffer over-read) via a crafted media file.
Frequently asked questions
- What is CVE-2017-18246?
- The pcm_encode_frame function in libavcodec/pcm.c in Libav 12.2 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (heap-based buffer over-read) via a crafted media file.
- How severe is CVE-2017-18246?
- CVE-2017-18246 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-2017-18246 being actively exploited?
- It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (60th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- What products are affected by CVE-2017-18246?
- CVE-2017-18246 affects Libav. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
- How do I fix CVE-2017-18246?
- Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
- When was CVE-2017-18246 published?
- CVE-2017-18246 was published on 2018-03-23 and last updated on 2026-06-17.
References
Affected products (1)
- cpe:2.3:a:libav:libav:12.2:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
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