CVE-2018-0361: Input Validation

Published Jul 16, 2018
·
Updated

ClamAV before 0.100.1 lacks a PDF object length check, resulting in an unreasonably long time to parse a relatively small file.

Affected Software

3 affected componentsFixes available
clamav clamav<0.100.1
Debian Debian Linux=8.0
debian/clamav
0.103.10+dfsg-0+deb11u11.4.3+dfsg-1~deb11u11.4.3+dfsg-1~deb12u21.4.3+dfsg-11.4.3+dfsg-2

Event History

Jul 16, 2018
CVE Published
via MITRE·05:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·05:00 PM
DescriptionWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·05:29 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Aug 5, 2024
Data Sourced
via Launchpad·03:31 AM
Description
Feb 20, 2026
Data Sourced
via Ubuntu·02:56 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityAffected Software
Data Sourced
via Debian·02:57 PM
DescriptionAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2018-0361?

CVE-2018-0361 is a vulnerability in ClamAV before version 0.100.1 that lacks a PDF object length check, resulting in an unreasonably long time to parse a relatively small file.

2

What is the severity of CVE-2018-0361?

The severity of CVE-2018-0361 is medium, with a severity value of 3.3.

3

How does CVE-2018-0361 affect ClamAV?

CVE-2018-0361 affects ClamAV versions before 0.100.1.

4

How can I fix CVE-2018-0361 in ClamAV?

To fix CVE-2018-0361 in ClamAV, you should update to version 0.100.1 or later.

5

Are there any references for CVE-2018-0361?

Yes, you can find more information about CVE-2018-0361 at the following references: [SecurityTracker](http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1041367), [ClamAV Blog](https://blog.clamav.net/2018/07/clamav-01001-has-been-released.html), [Debian LTS Announce](https://lists.debian.org/debian-lts-announce/2018/08/msg00020.html).

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