CVE-2017-12596

Name of the Vulnerable Software and Affected Versions OpenEXR version 2.2.0

Description The issue is related to a heap-based buffer over-read in the hufDecode function during exrmaketiled execution. This may result in denial of service or possibly other unspecified impacts. Exploitation of the vulnerability could allow a remote attacker to access confidential information or cause a denial of service.

Recommendations For OpenEXR version 2.2.0, consider disabling the hufDecode function as a temporary workaround until a patch is available. Restrict access to the exrmaketiled execution to minimize the risk of exploitation. At the moment, there is no information about a newer version that contains a fix for this vulnerability.