CVE-2018-20374
First published: Sun Dec 23 2018(Updated: )
An issue was discovered in Tiny C Compiler (aka TinyCC or TCC) 0.9.27. Compiling a crafted source file leads to an 8 byte out of bounds write in the use_section1 function in tccasm.c.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| TinyCC | =0.9.27 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2018-20374?
CVE-2018-20374 is considered to have a high severity due to the potential for remote code execution from an out of bounds write.
How do I fix CVE-2018-20374?
To fix CVE-2018-20374, you should upgrade Tiny C Compiler to a version later than 0.9.27 that addresses this vulnerability.
What is the cause of CVE-2018-20374?
CVE-2018-20374 is caused by an 8 byte out of bounds write resulting from the compilation of specially crafted source files in Tiny C Compiler.
Which version of Tiny C Compiler is affected by CVE-2018-20374?
Tiny C Compiler version 0.9.27 is affected by CVE-2018-20374.
Can CVE-2018-20374 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2018-20374 can be exploited remotely by compiling crafted source files that trigger the out of bounds write.
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