CVE-2018-3836: OS Command Injection
First published: Tue Apr 24 2018(Updated: )
An exploitable command injection vulnerability exists in the gplotMakeOutput function of Leptonica 1.74.4. A specially crafted gplot rootname argument can cause a command injection resulting in arbitrary code execution. An attacker can provide a malicious path as input to an application that passes attacker data to this function to trigger this vulnerability.
Credit: talos-cna@cisco.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Leptonica | =1.74.4 | |
| Debian GNU/Linux | =7.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2018-3836?
CVE-2018-3836 has a high severity rating due to the potential for arbitrary code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2018-3836?
To fix CVE-2018-3836, update Leptonica to versions later than 1.74.4 that address the command injection vulnerability.
What software is affected by CVE-2018-3836?
The affected software includes Leptonica version 1.74.4 and Debian GNU/Linux version 7.0.
Can CVE-2018-3836 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2018-3836 can be exploited remotely if an attacker can control the input passed to the gplotMakeOutput function.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2018-3836?
CVE-2018-3836 is a command injection vulnerability that allows attackers to execute arbitrary commands on the system.
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