CVE-2017-11668: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2017-11668: An out-of-bounds read flaw related to the assess_packet function in eapmd5pass.c:134 was found in the way e...

An out-of-bounds read flaw related to the assess_packet function in eapmd5pass.c:134 was found in the way eapmd5pass 1.4 handled processing of network packets. A remote attacker could potentially use this flaw to crash the eapmd5pass process under certain circumstances by generating specially crafted network traffic.

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedAug 5, 2024, 18:12 UTC (UTC+00:00)

Security readout for executives and security teams

CVE-2017-11668 is a flaw in eapmd5pass 1.4 that may let a remote attacker crash the eapmd5pass process with specially crafted network traffic. The public record does not show active exploitation, a CVSS score, affected platform packaging, or a named fix. Exposure appears limited to environments running eapmd5pass 1.4 where the process can receive relevant network packets. The source bundle does not identify distributions, default installations, or broader product dependencies. Treat this as a targeted availability risk, not a confirmed broad emergency. Prioritize if eapmd5pass supports authentication or network access workflows, especially on reachable systems. Mitigation focus: Inventory systems for eapmd5pass, especially version 1.4.; Disable or remove eapmd5pass where it is not operationally required.; Restrict network reachability to trusted hosts only..

Prepared: Jun 13, 2026, 04:25 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Jul 31, 2017, 17:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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