CWE
119 89 787
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2018-3880: Buffer Overflow

First published: Thu Aug 23 2018(Updated: )

An exploitable stack-based buffer overflow vulnerability exists in the database 'find-by-cameraId' functionality of video-core's HTTP server of Samsung SmartThings Hub STH-ETH-250 - Firmware version 0.20.17. The video-core process incorrectly handles existing records inside its SQLite database, leading to a buffer overflow on the stack. An attacker can send an HTTP request to trigger 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-2018-3880?

    CVE-2018-3880 is rated as a high-severity vulnerability due to its stack-based buffer overflow nature.

  • How do I fix CVE-2018-3880?

    To fix CVE-2018-3880, upgrade the Samsung SmartThings Hub STH-ETH-250 to a patch version that addresses the vulnerability.

  • Which devices are affected by CVE-2018-3880?

    CVE-2018-3880 specifically affects the Samsung SmartThings Hub STH-ETH-250 firmware version 0.20.17.

  • What type of vulnerability is CVE-2018-3880?

    CVE-2018-3880 is a stack-based buffer overflow vulnerability found in the video-core's HTTP server functionality.

  • Can CVE-2018-3880 lead to remote code execution?

    Yes, if exploited, CVE-2018-3880 can potentially allow attackers to execute arbitrary code remotely.

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