CVE-2018-11591: Null Pointer Dereference
First published: Thu May 31 2018(Updated: )
Espruino before 1.98 allows attackers to cause a denial of service (application crash) with a user crafted input file via a NULL pointer dereference during syntax parsing. This was addressed by adding validation for a debug trace print statement in jsvar.c.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Espruino Espruino | <1.98 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the vulnerability ID and title?
The vulnerability ID is CVE-2018-11591 and the title is Espruino before 1.98 allows attackers to cause a denial of service (application crash) with a user crafted input file via a NULL pointer dereference during syntax parsing.
What is the severity of CVE-2018-11591?
The severity of CVE-2018-11591 is medium with a severity value of 5.5.
How can attackers exploit CVE-2018-11591?
Attackers can exploit CVE-2018-11591 by causing a denial of service (application crash) using a user crafted input file.
How was CVE-2018-11591 addressed?
CVE-2018-11591 was addressed by adding validation for a debug trace print statement in jsvar.c.
Is there any additional information available for CVE-2018-11591?
Yes, you can find additional information for CVE-2018-11591 on the GitHub page of Espruino.
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