CVE-2018-16766
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 Errors::unreachable() is reached.
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-2018-16766?
CVE-2018-16766 has a medium severity as it can cause a denial of service through application crashes.
How do I fix CVE-2018-16766?
To fix CVE-2018-16766, update to a version of the WebAssembly Virtual Machine that is released after July 26, 2018.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2018-16766?
CVE-2018-16766 is categorized as a denial of service vulnerability.
What impact can CVE-2018-16766 have on my application?
CVE-2018-16766 can lead to application crashes and may potentially allow for unspecified other impacts.
How can CVE-2018-16766 be exploited?
CVE-2018-16766 can be exploited by sending crafted files to the WebAssembly Virtual Machine.
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