CVE-2018-25008: Race Condition
In the standard library in Rust before 1.29.0, there is weak synchronization in the Arc::getmut method. This synchronization issue can be lead to memory safety issues through race conditions.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2018-25008?
CVE-2018-25008 is a vulnerability in the standard library in Rust before version 1.29.0 that involves weak synchronization in the Arc::get_mut method.
How does CVE-2018-25008 affect Rust?
CVE-2018-25008 can lead to memory safety issues in Rust due to weak synchronization in the Arc::get_mut method, which can result in race conditions.
What is the severity of CVE-2018-25008?
The severity of CVE-2018-25008 is medium with a CVSS score of 5.9.
How can I fix CVE-2018-25008?
To fix CVE-2018-25008, update Rust to version 1.29.0 or later, which includes the necessary patches to address the weak synchronization in the Arc::get_mut method.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2018-25008?
You can find more information about CVE-2018-25008 on the official GitHub pages for this vulnerability: [GitHub Issue](https://github.com/rust-lang/rust/issues/51780), [GitHub Pull Request](https://github.com/rust-lang/rust/pull/52031).