CWE
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Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2018-1156: Buffer Overflow

First published: Wed Aug 22 2018(Updated: )

Mikrotik RouterOS before 6.42.7 and 6.40.9 is vulnerable to stack buffer overflow through the license upgrade interface. This vulnerability could theoretically allow a remote authenticated attacker execute arbitrary code on the system.

Credit: vulnreport@tenable.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
MikroTik devices<6.40.9
MikroTik devices<6.42.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2018-1156?

    CVE-2018-1156 has a moderate severity rating due to its potential to allow remote code execution.

  • How do I fix CVE-2018-1156?

    To fix CVE-2018-1156, upgrade Mikrotik RouterOS to version 6.42.7 or 6.40.9 or later.

  • Who is affected by CVE-2018-1156?

    CVE-2018-1156 affects all versions of Mikrotik RouterOS prior to 6.42.7 and 6.40.9.

  • Can CVE-2018-1156 be exploited remotely?

    Yes, CVE-2018-1156 can be exploited remotely by an authenticated attacker.

  • What type of vulnerability is CVE-2018-1156?

    CVE-2018-1156 is a stack buffer overflow vulnerability that can allow arbitrary code execution.

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