CVE-2018-10392: Buffer Overflow

Published Apr 26, 2018
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Updated

A flaw was found in libvorbis 1.3.6. The mapping0forward function in mapping0.c file in Xiph.Org does not validate the number of channels, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (heap-based buffer overflow or over-read) via a crafted file.

References: https://gitlab.xiph.org/xiph/vorbis/issues/2335

Other sources

mapping0forward in mapping0.c in Xiph.Org libvorbis 1.3.6 does not validate the number of channels, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (heap-based buffer overflow or over-read) or possibly have unspecified other impact via a crafted file.

MITRE

Affected Software

11 affected components
Xiph.org libvorbis=1.3.6
Debian Debian Linux=8.0
Debian Debian Linux=9.0
redhat Enterprise Linux=8.0
redhat Enterprise Linux Eus=8.1
redhat Enterprise Linux Eus=8.2
redhat Enterprise Linux Eus=8.4
redhat Enterprise Linux Server Aus=8.2
redhat Enterprise Linux Server Aus=8.4
redhat Enterprise Linux Server Tus=8.2
redhat Enterprise Linux Server Tus=8.4

Event History

Apr 26, 2018
CVE Published
via MITRE·05:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·05:00 AM
Description
May 2, 2018
Data Sourced
via Red Hat·07:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2018-10392?

CVE-2018-10392 has been classified with a severity that allows for potential denial of service through heap-based buffer overflow or over-read.

2

How do I fix CVE-2018-10392?

To fix CVE-2018-10392, upgrade to a patched version of libvorbis that addresses the vulnerability.

3

Which versions of libvorbis are affected by CVE-2018-10392?

CVE-2018-10392 specifically affects libvorbis version 1.3.6 due to improper channel validation.

4

Can CVE-2018-10392 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2018-10392 can be exploited remotely by sending a crafted file to trigger the vulnerability.

5

Is CVE-2018-10392 present on Debian or Red Hat systems?

Yes, CVE-2018-10392 is present on Debian 8.0, 9.0 and various Red Hat Enterprise Linux versions including 8.0 through 8.4.

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