CVE-2018-19607: Null Pointer Dereference

Published Nov 27, 2018
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Updated

An issue was found in Exiv2 v0.27-RC2. A NULL pointer dereference in Exiv2::isoSpeed in easyaccess.cpp allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service via a crafted file.

References: https://github.com/Exiv2/exiv2/issues/561

Other sources

Exiv2::isoSpeed in easyaccess.cpp in Exiv2 v0.27-RC2 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (NULL pointer dereference and application crash) via a crafted file.

MITRE

Affected Software

1 affected component
exiv2 exiv2=0.27-rc2

Event History

Nov 27, 2018
CVE Published
via MITRE·07:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·07:00 AM
Description
Dec 4, 2018
Data Sourced
via Red Hat·10:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2018-19607?

CVE-2018-19607 has a moderate severity level as it can lead to denial of service through a NULL pointer dereference.

2

How do I fix CVE-2018-19607?

To fix CVE-2018-19607, you should upgrade Exiv2 to a version later than 0.27-RC2 that addresses this vulnerability.

3

What type of attack is CVE-2018-19607 associated with?

CVE-2018-19607 is associated with a denial of service attack caused by processing a specially crafted file.

4

Which versions of Exiv2 are affected by CVE-2018-19607?

Exiv2 version 0.27-RC2 is specifically affected by CVE-2018-19607.

5

How does CVE-2018-19607 impact Exiv2?

CVE-2018-19607 can cause Exiv2 to crash, resulting in a denial of service for users attempting to use the application.

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