CVE-2018-3875: Buffer Overflow

Published Jul 26, 2018
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Updated

An exploitable buffer overflow vulnerability exists in the credentials handler of video-core's HTTP server of Samsung SmartThings Hub STH-ETH-250-Firmware version 0.20.17. The video-core process incorrectly extracts fields from a user-controlled JSON payload, leading to a buffer overflow on the stack. The strncpy overflows the destination buffer, which has a size of 2,000 bytes. An attacker can send an arbitrarily long "sessionToken" value in order to exploit this vulnerability.

Affected Software

2 affected components
Samsung STH-ETH-250 Firmware=0.20.17
Samsung STH-ETH-250

Event History

Sep 10, 2018
CVE Published
07:29 PM
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:00 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2018-3875?

CVE-2018-3875 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for exploitation through a buffer overflow.

2

How do I fix CVE-2018-3875?

To fix CVE-2018-3875, update your Samsung SmartThings Hub to the latest firmware version that addresses this vulnerability.

3

What systems are affected by CVE-2018-3875?

CVE-2018-3875 affects the Samsung SmartThings Hub with firmware version 0.20.17.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2018-3875?

CVE-2018-3875 is a buffer overflow vulnerability found in the credentials handler of the video-core's HTTP server.

5

What could an attacker achieve by exploiting CVE-2018-3875?

Exploiting CVE-2018-3875 could allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code or crash the affected device.

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