CVE-2018-3847: Buffer Overflow

Published Aug 1, 2018
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Updated

Multiple exploitable buffer overflow vulnerabilities exist in image parsing functionality of the CFITSIO library version 3.42. Specially crafted images parsed via the library, can cause a stack-based buffer overflow overwriting arbitrary data. An attacker can deliver an FIT image to trigger this vulnerability and potentially gain code execution.

Affected Software

1 affected component
nasa CFITSIO=3.42

Event History

Aug 1, 2018
CVE Published
via MITRE·07:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·07:00 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2018-3847?

CVE-2018-3847 refers to multiple exploitable buffer overflow vulnerabilities in the image parsing functionality of the CFITSIO library version 3.42.

2

What is the severity of CVE-2018-3847?

The severity of CVE-2018-3847 is rated as high with a CVSS score of 8.8.

3

What software is affected by CVE-2018-3847?

The CFITSIO library version 3.42 is affected by CVE-2018-3847.

4

How can CVE-2018-3847 be exploited?

CVE-2018-3847 can be exploited by parsing specially crafted images via the CFITSIO library, which can cause a stack-based buffer overflow and overwrite arbitrary data.

5

Are there any references for CVE-2018-3847?

Yes, you can find more information about CVE-2018-3847 at the following references: [Link 1](https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/202101-24), [Link 2](https://www.talosintelligence.com/vulnerability_reports/TALOS-2018-0530).

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