CVE-2017-2811
CVE-2017-2811 is a high-severity vulnerability in Kakadusoftware Kakadu Sdk 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-787.
Key facts
- Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 8.8)
- CVSS v2: 6.8
- EPSS exploit prediction: 2% (72nd percentile)
- Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
- Weakness: CWE-787
- Affected product: Kakadusoftware Kakadu Sdk
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Description
A code execution vulnerability exists in the Kakadu SDK 7.9's parsing of compressed JPEG 2000 images. A specially crafted JPEG 2000 file can be read by the program, and can lead to an out of bounds write causing an exploitable condition to arise.
Frequently asked questions
- What is CVE-2017-2811?
- A code execution vulnerability exists in the Kakadu SDK 7.9's parsing of compressed JPEG 2000 images. A specially crafted JPEG 2000 file can be read by the program, and can lead to an out of bounds write causing an exploitable condition to arise.
- How severe is CVE-2017-2811?
- CVE-2017-2811 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-2017-2811 being actively exploited?
- It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (72nd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- What products are affected by CVE-2017-2811?
- CVE-2017-2811 affects Kakadusoftware Kakadu Sdk. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
- How do I fix CVE-2017-2811?
- 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-2017-2811 published?
- CVE-2017-2811 was published on 2018-04-24 and last updated on 2026-06-17.
References
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/100141
- https://www.talosintelligence.com/vulnerability_reports/TALOS-2017-0308
Affected products (1)
- cpe:2.3:a:kakadusoftware:kakadu_sdk:7.9:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
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