CVE-2017-2156: High severity vivaldi vulnerability

Published Apr 28, 2017
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Updated

Untrusted search path vulnerability in Vivaldi installer for Windows prior to version 1.7.735.48 allows an attacker to execute arbitrary code via a specially crafted executable file in an unspecified directory.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Vivaldi Vivaldi installer for Windows<=1.7.735.46

Event History

Apr 28, 2017
CVE Published
via MITRE·04:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·04:00 PM
DescriptionWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2017-2156?

CVE-2017-2156 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow arbitrary code execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2017-2156?

To fix CVE-2017-2156, upgrade the Vivaldi installer for Windows to version 1.7.735.48 or later.

3

What does CVE-2017-2156 affect?

CVE-2017-2156 affects the Vivaldi installer for Windows versions prior to 1.7.735.48.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2017-2156?

CVE-2017-2156 is classified as an untrusted search path vulnerability.

5

Can CVE-2017-2156 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2017-2156 can be exploited remotely if an attacker places a specially crafted executable in an unspecified directory.

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