CVE-2018-3841: Null Pointer Dereference
First published: Tue Jun 26 2018(Updated: )
A denial-of-service vulnerability exists in the Pixar Renderman IT Display Service 21.6 (0x69). The vulnerability is present in the parsing of a network packet without proper validation of the packet. The data read-in is not validated, and its use can lead to a null pointer dereference. The IT application is opened by a user and then listens for a connection on port 4001. An attacker can deliver an attack once the application has been opened.
Credit: talos-cna@cisco.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Pixar Renderman | =21.6 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2018-3841?
The severity of CVE-2018-3841 is high with a CVSS score of 7.5.
How does the vulnerability CVE-2018-3841 occur?
The vulnerability in CVE-2018-3841 occurs due to a denial-of-service vulnerability in the Pixar Renderman IT Display Service 21.6 (0x69) which allows for a null pointer dereference.
What software is affected by CVE-2018-3841?
The affected software is Pixar Renderman version 21.6.
Is there a fix available for CVE-2018-3841?
At the moment, there is no known fix or patch available for CVE-2018-3841.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2018-3841?
You can find more information about CVE-2018-3841 at the following reference: https://talosintelligence.com/vulnerability_reports/TALOS-2018-0524
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