CVE Catalog
CVE-2017-1000206
CriticalSummary
The samtools htslib library version 1.4.0 and earlier is vulnerable to buffer overflow in the CRAM rANS codec, potentially leading to arbitrary code execution.
Risk Assessment
Exploitation of this vulnerability could allow attackers to execute malicious code on the system, posing a serious security threat to the organization.
Recommendation
It is recommended to update the samtools htslib library to a version newer than 1.4.0 to mitigate this vulnerability.
Original NVD description (English source)
samtools htslib library version 1.4.0 and earlier is vulnerable to buffer overflow in the CRAM rANS codec resulting in potential arbitrary code execution