CVE-2017-17663 : Security Advisory and Response

This CVE describes a buffer overflow vulnerability in the htpasswd implementation of mini_httpd and thttpd, allowing remote attackers to execute arbitrary code.

Understanding CVE-2017-17663

This vulnerability was made public on February 4, 2018.

What is CVE-2017-17663?

The buffer overflow vulnerability in the htpasswd implementation of mini_httpd and thttpd versions prior to 1.28 and 2.28, respectively, enables remote attackers to execute arbitrary code.

The Impact of CVE-2017-17663

The vulnerability allows attackers to remotely execute arbitrary code on affected systems.

Technical Details of CVE-2017-17663

This section provides more technical insights into the CVE.

Vulnerability Description

The buffer overflow vulnerability in the htpasswd implementation of mini_httpd and thttpd versions prior to 1.28 and 2.28 allows remote code execution.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: Not applicable
Vendor: Not applicable
Versions: All versions prior to 1.28 for mini_httpd and 2.28 for thttpd are affected.

Exploitation Mechanism

Attackers can exploit this vulnerability remotely to execute arbitrary code on the target system.

Mitigation and Prevention

Protecting systems from this vulnerability is crucial.

Immediate Steps to Take

Update mini_httpd and thttpd to versions 1.28 and 2.28, respectively.
Implement network security measures to prevent remote attacks.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update software and apply security patches.
Conduct security audits to identify and mitigate vulnerabilities.

Patching and Updates

Apply patches provided by the software vendors to address the buffer overflow vulnerability.