CVE-2018-11499: Use After Free
First published: Sat May 26 2018(Updated: )
A use-after-free vulnerability exists in handle_error() in sass_context.cpp in LibSass 3.4.x and 3.5.x through 3.5.4 that could be leveraged to cause a denial of service (application crash) or possibly unspecified other impact.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| libsass | >=3.4.0<=3.5.4 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2018-11499?
CVE-2018-11499 is a use-after-free vulnerability in handle_error() in sass_context.cpp in LibSass which could cause a denial of service or other impact.
How severe is CVE-2018-11499?
CVE-2018-11499 has a severity rating of critical with a CVSS score of 9.8.
Which software versions are affected by CVE-2018-11499?
Versions 3.4.x and 3.5.x through 3.5.4 of LibSass are affected by CVE-2018-11499.
How can CVE-2018-11499 be exploited?
CVE-2018-11499 can be exploited by leveraging the use-after-free vulnerability in handle_error() in sass_context.cpp in LibSass.
Is there a fix for CVE-2018-11499?
Yes, updating LibSass to version 3.5.5 or later resolves CVE-2018-11499.
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