PatchTheCVECVE-2007-1614: Stack-based buffer overflow in the zzip_open_shared_io function in zzip/file.c in ZZIPlib Library before 0.13.
CVE-2007-1614 is a high-severity flaw (CVSS 9.3) affecting zziplib. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
Stack-based buffer overflow in the zzip_open_shared_io function in zzip/file.c in ZZIPlib Library before 0.13.49 allows user-assisted remote attackers to cause a denial of service (application crash) or execute arbitrary code via a long filename.
Why this priority
- Critical severity
- EPSS top 6%: very likely to be exploited
- Public exploit reference
A fixed release or distro patch exists.
Risk facts
| CVSS score | 9.3 (High) |
| EPSS exploit chance | 6.6% (top 6%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Published | 2007-03-23 |
| Last modified | 2026-06-16 |
Last updated 2026-06-16 · Sources: CVE Program, NVD, CISA KEV, EPSS and vendor advisories · How we score
Am I affected?
Timeline
- Published CVE record published
- Updated Record last modified
Scores and fixes here are computed automatically from those and other public sources. Confirm with the vendor advisory before changing production systems.
Quick answers
How do I fix CVE-2007-1614?
zziplib: upgrade to newer than 0.13.45. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2007-1614 being exploited?
CVE-2007-1614 is not on the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities list at the time of the last update. Check again, as this can change.
What does CVE-2007-1614 affect?
CVE-2007-1614 affects zziplib. Severity is high (CVSS 9.3). Stack-based buffer overflow in the zzip_open_shared_io function in zzip/file.c in ZZIPlib Library before 0.13.49 allows user-assisted remote attackers to cause a denial of service (application crash) or execute arbitrary code via a long fil
How urgent is CVE-2007-1614?
Priority 61/100. Critical severity; EPSS top 6%: very likely to be exploited; Public exploit reference
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