CVE-2018-16765: Buffer Overflow
First published: Mon Sep 10 2018(Updated: )
In WAVM through 2018-07-26, a crafted file sent to the WebAssembly Virtual Machine may cause a denial of service (application crash) or possibly have unspecified other impact because of an unspecified "heap-buffer-overflow" condition in FunctionValidationContext::else_.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| WebAssembly Virtual Machine | <=2018-07-26 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2018-16765?
CVE-2018-16765 has a high severity level due to its potential for causing denial of service and application crashes.
How do I fix CVE-2018-16765?
To fix CVE-2018-16765, update the WebAssembly Virtual Machine to a version released after 2018-07-26.
What is the impact of CVE-2018-16765?
The impact of CVE-2018-16765 includes possible application crashes and an unspecified number of other effects due to a heap-buffer overflow.
Is CVE-2018-16765 a remote vulnerability?
Yes, CVE-2018-16765 can be exploited remotely through crafted files sent to the WebAssembly Virtual Machine.
Which versions of WebAssembly Virtual Machine are affected by CVE-2018-16765?
All versions of WebAssembly Virtual Machine up to and including 2018-07-26 are affected by CVE-2018-16765.
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