CVE-2018-11243: Double Free

Published May 18, 2018
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Updated

PackLinuxElf64::unpack in plxelf.cpp in UPX 3.95 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (double free), limit the ability of a malware scanner to operate on the entire original data, or possibly have unspecified other impact via a crafted file.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Upx Project Upx=3.95

Event History

May 18, 2018
CVE Published
via MITRE·05:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·05:00 PM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2018-11243?

CVE-2018-11243 is a vulnerability in UPX 3.95 that allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (double free) or have other unspecified impact via a crafted file.

2

What is the severity of CVE-2018-11243?

The severity of CVE-2018-11243 is high, with a severity value of 7.8.

3

How does CVE-2018-11243 affect UPX 3.95?

CVE-2018-11243 affects UPX 3.95 and may limit the ability of a malware scanner to operate on the entire original data.

4

How can CVE-2018-11243 be exploited?

CVE-2018-11243 can be exploited by remote attackers through a crafted file.

5

Is there a fix available for CVE-2018-11243?

Yes, fixes for CVE-2018-11243 have been released. It is recommended to update to the latest version of UPX (3.96 or later) to mitigate the vulnerability.

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