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CVE-2017-5505

CWE-119Published: March 16, 2017· Updated: Jun 17, 2026

5.5

CVSS v3.1

Official Description

The jas_matrix_asl function in jas_seq.c in JasPer 1.900.27 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (invalid memory read and crash) via a crafted image.

Technical Analysis

CVE-2017-5505 requires local access, meaning attackers must already have a foothold on the target system.

Exploitation does not require any privileges, though user interaction (Required) is needed, which slightly reduces the risk of mass automated attacks.

A successful exploit results in availability disruption (denial of service), with a CVSS base score of 5.5.

From a weakness classification perspective (CWE-119): Buffer overflow vulnerabilities can lead to arbitrary code execution or denial of service by corrupting adjacent memory.

CVSS v3.1 Vector Breakdown

Exploitability

Attack VectorLocal

Attack ComplexityLow

Privileges Req.None

User InteractionRequired

ScopeUnchanged

Impact

ConfidentialityNone

IntegrityNone

AvailabilityHigh

CVSS:3.0/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H

Affected Vendors & Products

jasper_project1 product(s)

jasper

Source: NVD CPE · 1 total CPE entries

Exploit & PoC Resources

NO KNOWN EXPLOITNo public exploit confirmed at this time

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Security advisories & exploits

Official NIST entry

CVE Program entry

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Official Patches & Advisories

ADVISORYhttp://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2017/01/16/5

ADVISORYhttp://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2017/01/17/4

ADVISORYhttps://blogs.gentoo.org/ago/2017/01/16/jasper-invalid-memory-read-in-jas_matrix_asl-jas_seq-c/

ADVISORYhttp://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2017/01/16/5

ADVISORYhttp://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2017/01/17/4

ADVISORYhttps://blogs.gentoo.org/ago/2017/01/16/jasper-invalid-memory-read-in-jas_matrix_asl-jas_seq-c/

All References (14)

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http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2020-09/msg00082.html

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http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2020-09/msg00085.html

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http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2017/01/16/5Mailing List · Third Party Advisory

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http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2017/01/17/4Mailing List · Third Party Advisory

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http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/95687

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https://blogs.gentoo.org/ago/2017/01/16/jasper-invalid-memory-read-in-jas_matrix_asl-jas_seq-c/Exploit · Third Party Advisory · VDB Entry

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https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/201908-03

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http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2020-09/msg00082.html

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http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2020-09/msg00085.html

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http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2017/01/16/5Mailing List · Third Party Advisory

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http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2017/01/17/4Mailing List · Third Party Advisory

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http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/95687

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https://blogs.gentoo.org/ago/2017/01/16/jasper-invalid-memory-read-in-jas_matrix_asl-jas_seq-c/Exploit · Third Party Advisory · VDB Entry

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https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/201908-03

Quick Facts

CVE IDCVE-2017-5505

CVSS Score5.5 / 10

SeverityMEDIUM

WeaknessCWE-119

CISA KEVNo

Affected1 vendor(s)

PublishedMar 16, 2017

Related CVEs (CWE-119)

Recommended Actions

→Apply vendor patches immediately
→Monitor CVE-2017-5505 in threat intel feeds
→Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts

Data sourced from NVD (NIST), CISA KEV, and EPSS (FIRST). Analysis generated by CTIWATCH.COM. CVE data is provided under the NVD usage policy.

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