CVE-2018-16425: Double Free
First published: Tue Sep 04 2018(Updated: )
A double free when handling responses from an HSM Card in sc_pkcs15emu_sc_hsm_init in libopensc/pkcs15-sc-hsm.c in OpenSC before 0.19.0-rc1 could be used by attackers able to supply crafted smartcards to cause a denial of service (application crash) or possibly have unspecified other impact.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Opensc Project Opensc | <=0.18.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2018-16425?
CVE-2018-16425 is a vulnerability that allows attackers to cause a denial of service or possibly have other unspecified impact by sending crafted smartcards.
How severe is CVE-2018-16425?
CVE-2018-16425 has a severity value of 6.6, indicating a medium severity level.
Which software versions are affected by CVE-2018-16425?
CVE-2018-16425 affects OpenSC versions up to and including 0.18.0.
How can I fix CVE-2018-16425?
To fix CVE-2018-16425, it is recommended to upgrade to OpenSC version 0.19.0-rc1 or later.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2018-16425?
More information about CVE-2018-16425 can be found at the following references: [Reference 1](https://github.com/OpenSC/OpenSC/commit/360e95d45ac4123255a4c796db96337f332160ad#diff-d643a0fa169471dbf2912f4866dc49c5), [Reference 2](https://github.com/OpenSC/OpenSC/releases/tag/0.19.0-rc1), [Reference 3](https://lists.debian.org/debian-lts-announce/2019/09/msg00009.html).
- collector/nvd-index
- vendor/opensc project
- canonical/opensc project opensc
- version/opensc project opensc/0.18.0