7.8
CWE
787
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2018-12035

First published: Fri Jun 15 2018(Updated: )

In YARA 3.7.1 and prior, parsing a specially crafted compiled rule file can cause an out of bounds write vulnerability in yr_execute_code in libyara/exec.c.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
VirusTotal<=3.7.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2018-12035?

    CVE-2018-12035 is classified as a high-severity vulnerability due to its potential to cause an out of bounds write.

  • How do I fix CVE-2018-12035?

    To fix CVE-2018-12035, upgrade YARA to version 3.7.2 or later.

  • What software is affected by CVE-2018-12035?

    CVE-2018-12035 affects YARA version 3.7.1 and earlier, specifically in the context of VirusTotal's implementation.

  • What are the consequences of exploiting CVE-2018-12035?

    Exploiting CVE-2018-12035 can lead to arbitrary code execution or crashes of the affected application.

  • How does CVE-2018-12035 occur?

    CVE-2018-12035 occurs when a specially crafted compiled rule file is parsed, leading to an out of bounds write in the execution code.

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