CVE-2018-16717: Buffer Overflow
Published May 2, 2019
·Updated
A heap-based buffer overflow exists in nph-viewgif.cgi in the 2.0.7 through 2.2.26 legacy versions of the NCBI ToolBox.
Affected Software
1 affected component
Nih Ncbi Toolbox>=2.0.7<=2.2.26
Event History
May 2, 2019
CVE Published
via MITRE·07:25 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·07:25 PM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2018-16717?
CVE-2018-16717 is categorized as a high severity vulnerability due to the potential for arbitrary code execution.
2
How do I fix CVE-2018-16717?
To fix CVE-2018-16717, upgrade the NCBI ToolBox to a version above 2.2.26.
3
What exploit can be performed with CVE-2018-16717?
Exploitation of CVE-2018-16717 can lead to a heap-based buffer overflow, allowing an attacker to execute arbitrary code.
4
Which versions of the NCBI ToolBox are affected by CVE-2018-16717?
NCBI ToolBox versions between 2.0.7 and 2.2.26 are affected by CVE-2018-16717.
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Who is responsible for addressing CVE-2018-16717?
It is the responsibility of users and administrators of the NCBI ToolBox to apply the necessary updates to mitigate CVE-2018-16717.