CVE-2018-11017: Buffer Overflow
Published May 13, 2018
·Updated
The newVarN function in decompile.c in libming through 0.4.8 mishandles cases where the header indicates a file size greater than the actual size, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (Segmentation fault and application crash) or possibly have unspecified other impact.
Affected Software
1 affected component
Libming Libming<=0.4.8
Event History
May 13, 2018
CVE Published
via MITRE·09:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·09:00 PM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the vulnerability ID?
The vulnerability ID is CVE-2018-11017.
2
What is the severity of CVE-2018-11017?
The severity of CVE-2018-11017 is high with a severity value of 8.8.
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What is the affected software of CVE-2018-11017?
The affected software of CVE-2018-11017 is Libming version 0.4.8.
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How does CVE-2018-11017 impact the system?
CVE-2018-11017 can cause a denial of service (Segmentation fault and application crash) or possibly have unspecified other impact.
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Is there a fix available for CVE-2018-11017?
There may be fixes or patches available for CVE-2018-11017, it is recommended to refer to the vendor's documentation or support for more information.