CVE-2017-12952

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    CVE-2017-12952

    Published: 28 Aug 2017Last Modified: 14 Mar 2026

    Summary:

    Details: The LoadString function in helper.h in libgig 4.0.0 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (NULL pointer dereference and application crash) via a crafted gig file.

    References: https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/42546/, http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2017/Aug/39

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