CVE-2017-9832: An integer overflow vulnerability in ptp-pack.c (ptp_unpack_OPL function) of libmtp (version 1.1.12 and below)

Q: How do I fix CVE-2017-9832?

libmtp: upgrade to newer than 1.1.12. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.

Q: Is CVE-2017-9832 being exploited?

CVE-2017-9832 is not on the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities list at the time of the last update. Check again, as this can change.

Q: What does CVE-2017-9832 affect?

CVE-2017-9832 affects libmtp. Severity is medium (CVSS 6.8). An integer overflow vulnerability in ptp-pack.c (ptp_unpack_OPL function) of libmtp (version 1.1.12 and below) allows attackers to cause a denial of service (out-of-bounds memory access) or maybe remote code execution by inserting a mobile

Q: How urgent is CVE-2017-9832?

Priority 38/100. No elevated risk signals yet.

Routine

MEDIUM 6.8UPGRADE

CVE-2017-9832 is a medium-severity flaw (CVSS 6.8) affecting libmtp. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.

An integer overflow vulnerability in ptp-pack.c (ptp_unpack_OPL function) of libmtp (version 1.1.12 and below) allows attackers to cause a denial of service (out-of-bounds memory access) or maybe remote code execution by inserting a mobile device into a personal computer through a USB cable.

Why this priority

No elevated risk signals yet

A fixed release or distro patch exists.

Risk facts

CVSS score	6.8 (Medium)
Attack vector	Physical
Attack complexity	Low
Privileges needed	None
User interaction	None
EPSS exploit chance	0.8% (top 45%)
CISA exploited list	No
Weakness	CWE-190
Published	2017-06-24
Last modified	2026-06-17

Publisher (CNA): MITRE · Vendor: libmtp project

Last updated 2026-06-17 · Sources: CVE Program, NVD, CISA KEV, EPSS and vendor advisories · How we score

Am I affected?

Timeline

2017-06-24 00:29 UTCPublished CVE record published
2026-06-17 01:29 UTCUpdated Record last modified

libmtp project libmtp UPGRADE

Affected: <= 1.1.12

Fixed in: newer than 1.1.12

Safe to downgrade to: no unaffected older release

1. Check installed version

apt-cache policy libmtp || rpm -q libmtp || libmtp --version

2. UPGRADE to newer than 1.1.12 (Debian / Ubuntu)

sudo apt update && sudo apt install --only-upgrade libmtp

2. UPGRADE (RHEL / Amazon Linux / Fedora)

sudo dnf upgrade libmtp

Note

Distros often backport fixes without changing the version number. Confirm with the distro advisory or changelog.

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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-2017-9832?

libmtp: upgrade to newer than 1.1.12. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.

Is CVE-2017-9832 being exploited?

CVE-2017-9832 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-2017-9832 affect?

CVE-2017-9832 affects libmtp. Severity is medium (CVSS 6.8). An integer overflow vulnerability in ptp-pack.c (ptp_unpack_OPL function) of libmtp (version 1.1.12 and below) allows attackers to cause a denial of service (out-of-bounds memory access) or maybe remote code execution by inserting a mobile

How urgent is CVE-2017-9832?

Priority 38/100. No elevated risk signals yet.

Related CVEs

CVE-2017-9831 MEDIUM 6.8 DOWNGRADE An integer overflow vulnerability in the ptp_unpack_EOS_CustomFuncEx function of the ptp-pack.c file of libmtp

References

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