CVE-2018-10115
First published: Wed May 02 2018(Updated: )
Incorrect initialization logic of RAR decoder objects in 7-Zip 18.03 and before can lead to usage of uninitialized memory, allowing remote attackers to cause a denial of service (segmentation fault) or execute arbitrary code via a crafted RAR archive.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| 7-Zip 7-Zip | <=18.03 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2018-10115?
CVE-2018-10115 is a vulnerability in 7-Zip 18.03 and before that can lead to usage of uninitialized memory, allowing remote attackers to cause a denial of service or execute arbitrary code via a crafted RAR archive.
How can the RAR decoder objects in 7-Zip 18.03 and before be improperly initialized?
The RAR decoder objects in 7-Zip 18.03 and before can be improperly initialized due to incorrect initialization logic.
What is the severity of CVE-2018-10115?
CVE-2018-10115 has a severity level of high with a CVSS score of 7.8.
How can CVE-2018-10115 be exploited?
CVE-2018-10115 can be exploited by using a crafted RAR archive to cause a denial of service (segmentation fault) or execute arbitrary code.
Is there a fix available for CVE-2018-10115?
Yes, updating to a version of 7-Zip that is later than 18.03 fixes the vulnerability.
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