CVE-2018-20354: Use After Free
First published: Mon Jun 10 2019(Updated: )
An invalid read of 8 bytes due to a use-after-free vulnerability during a "return" in the mg_http_get_proto_data function in mongoose.c in Cesanta Mongoose Embedded Web Server Library 6.13 and earlier allows a denial of service (application crash) or remote code execution.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Cesanta Mongoose | <=6.13 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2018-20354?
CVE-2018-20354 is a vulnerability in the Cesanta Mongoose Embedded Web Server Library that allows for a denial of service or remote code execution.
How severe is CVE-2018-20354?
CVE-2018-20354 has a severity rating of critical, with a score of 9.8.
What software is affected by CVE-2018-20354?
The Cesanta Mongoose Embedded Web Server Library version 6.13 and earlier is affected by CVE-2018-20354.
What is the Common Weakness Enumeration (CWE) ID for CVE-2018-20354?
The CWE ID for CVE-2018-20354 is CWE-416.
How can I fix CVE-2018-20354?
To fix CVE-2018-20354, it is recommended to update to a patched version of the Cesanta Mongoose Embedded Web Server Library.
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