CVE-2017-13318: android Out-of-bounds Read — Fix

Description

In HeifDataSource::readAt of HeifDecoderImpl.cpp, there is a possible out of bounds read due to an integer overflow. This could lead to remote information disclosure with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is needed for exploitation.

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CVSS v3.1 Score

5.7

MEDIUM

CVSS:3.1/AV:A/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N

Weakness Type (CWE)

CWE-125 Out-of-bounds Read

CWE-190 Integer Overflow

Affected Products

Vendor	Product	Versions
google	android	All

References

Advisories & Patches

https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/pixel/2018-05-01

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2017-13318? +

In HeifDataSource::readAt of HeifDecoderImpl.cpp, there is a possible out of bounds read due to an integer overflow. This could lead to remote information disclosure with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is needed for exploitation. It has a CVSS v3.1 base score of 5.7 (MEDIUM).

How severe is CVE-2017-13318? +

CVE-2017-13318 has a CVSS v3.1 score of 5.7 out of 10, rated MEDIUM. This is a medium-severity vulnerability that should be remediated as part of regular maintenance.

What products are affected by CVE-2017-13318? +

CVE-2017-13318 affects products from google, specifically: android. Check the affected products table above for specific version ranges.

How do I check if I'm vulnerable to CVE-2017-13318? +

You can use Secably's free Website Scanner to check your website for known vulnerabilities. For infrastructure scanning, use the Port Scanner to identify exposed services that may be affected. Check the vendor advisories linked above for specific patch and version information.

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