CVE-2018-19762: Buffer Overflow
First published: Fri Nov 30 2018(Updated: )
There is a heap-based buffer overflow at fromsixel.c (function: image_buffer_resize) in libsixel 1.8.2 that will cause a denial of service or possibly unspecified other impact.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Libsixel | =1.8.2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the vulnerability ID of this issue?
The vulnerability ID is CVE-2018-19762.
What is the description of the vulnerability?
There is a heap-based buffer overflow at fromsixel.c (function: image_buffer_resize) in libsixel 1.8.2 that will cause a denial of service or possibly unspecified other impact.
What software version is affected by this vulnerability?
The software version affected is libsixel 1.8.2.
What is the severity of this vulnerability?
The severity of this vulnerability is high with a CVSS score of 7.8 (CVSS:3.0/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H).
Is there a fix available for this vulnerability?
At the time of writing, there is no information available regarding a fix for this vulnerability. It is recommended to closely monitor the vendor's website for any updates or patches.
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