CVE-2017-1000249: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2017-1000249: An issue in file() was introduced in commit 9611f31313a93aa036389c5f3b15eea53510d4d1 (Oct 2016) lets an att...

An issue in file() was introduced in commit 9611f31313a93aa036389c5f3b15eea53510d4d1 (Oct 2016) lets an attacker overwrite a fixed 20 bytes stack buffer with a specially crafted .notes section in an ELF binary. This was fixed in commit 35c94dc6acc418f1ad7f6241a6680e5327495793 (Aug 2017).

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedAug 5, 2024, 22:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

Security readout for executives and security teams

CVE-2017-1000249 is a stack-buffer overwrite in the upstream file project’s ELF handling. A malicious ELF file with a crafted .notes section can corrupt a fixed 20-byte stack buffer when analyzed. The bundle lists no CVSS score and no CISA KEV entry, so business urgency depends on whether vulnerable packages remain deployed. Exposure is most likely on systems using affected file packages or workflows that inspect untrusted ELF binaries. Debian and Gentoo advisories indicate Linux distribution packaging relevance, but the provided affected-product data is incomplete. Treat as a targeted legacy exposure check rather than an emergency. Prioritize internet-facing or automated file-analysis systems first, then remove vulnerable packages through normal patch management. Mitigation focus: Apply vendor updates referenced by Debian, Gentoo, or your operating-system supplier.; Verify installed file packages include the August 2017 upstream fix.; Restrict automated inspection of untrusted ELF files until affected systems are patched..

Prepared: Jun 12, 2026, 21:19 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Vulnerability profileCVE Program record

Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Sep 11, 2017, 19:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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CNA and ADP enrichment extracted from CVE v5

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https://github.com/file/file/commit/35c94dc6acc418f1ad7f6241a6680e5327495793CVE reference · x_refsource_CONFIRM
https://github.com/file/file/commit/9611f31313a93aa036389c5f3b15eea53510d4dCVE reference · x_refsource_CONFIRM
GLSA-201710-02CVE reference · vendor-advisory, x_refsource_GENTOO

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