CVE-2018-21028
First published: Fri Oct 11 2019(Updated: )
Boa through 0.94.14rc21 allows remote attackers to trigger a memory leak because of missing calls to the free function.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Boa Boa | <=0.94.14.21 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2018-21028?
CVE-2018-21028 is a vulnerability in Boa 0.94.14rc21 that allows remote attackers to trigger a memory leak due to missing calls to the free function.
How does Boa 0.94.14rc21 allow remote attackers to trigger a memory leak?
Boa 0.94.14rc21 allows remote attackers to trigger a memory leak by not making the necessary calls to the free function.
What is the severity of CVE-2018-21028?
CVE-2018-21028 has a severity level of high, with a CVSS score of 7.5.
What software versions are affected by CVE-2018-21028?
CVE-2018-21028 affects Boa versions up to and including 0.94.14rc21.
How can I fix CVE-2018-21028?
To fix CVE-2018-21028, update Boa to a version that includes the fix.
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