CVE-2018-20537: Null Pointer Dereference
Published Dec 28, 2018
·Updated
There is a NULL pointer dereference at liblas::SpatialReference::GetGTIF() (spatialreference.cpp) in libLAS 1.8.1 that will cause a denial of service.
Affected Software
1 affected component
liblas liblas=1.8.1
Event History
Dec 28, 2018
CVE Published
via MITRE·03:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·03:00 AM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2018-20537?
CVE-2018-20537 has been classified as a denial of service vulnerability.
2
How do I fix CVE-2018-20537?
To fix CVE-2018-20537, you should upgrade to a newer version of libLAS that addresses this NULL pointer dereference issue.
3
What components are affected by CVE-2018-20537?
CVE-2018-20537 specifically affects libLAS version 1.8.1.
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What effect does CVE-2018-20537 have on systems?
CVE-2018-20537 can cause a denial of service, leading to potential application crashes.
5
Can CVE-2018-20537 be exploited remotely?
Yes, the denial of service vulnerability in CVE-2018-20537 can be exploited remotely if the vulnerable component is exposed.