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CVE-2018-3864: Buffer Overflow

First published: Thu Sep 20 2018(Updated: )

An exploitable buffer overflow vulnerability exists in the Samsung WifiScan handler of video-core's HTTP server of Samsung SmartThings Hub STH-ETH-250 - Firmware version 0.20.17. The strcpy overflows the destination buffer, which has a size of 40 bytes. An attacker can send an arbitrarily long "password" value in order to exploit this vulnerability.

Credit: talos-cna@cisco.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Samsung STH-ETH-250=0.20.17
Samsung STH-ETH-250 Firmware

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2018-3864?

    CVE-2018-3864 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for exploitation through a buffer overflow.

  • How do I fix CVE-2018-3864?

    To mitigate CVE-2018-3864, update the Samsung SmartThings Hub STH-ETH-250 to the latest firmware version provided by Samsung.

  • What type of vulnerability is CVE-2018-3864?

    CVE-2018-3864 is a buffer overflow vulnerability that occurs in the WifiScan handler of the Samsung SmartThings Hub.

  • What is affected by CVE-2018-3864?

    CVE-2018-3864 affects the Samsung SmartThings Hub STH-ETH-250 running firmware version 0.20.17.

  • Can CVE-2018-3864 be exploited remotely?

    Yes, CVE-2018-3864 can be exploited remotely as an attacker can send specially crafted requests to trigger the buffer overflow.

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