CVE-2018-4013: Buffer Overflow
First published: Fri Oct 19 2018(Updated: )
An exploitable code execution vulnerability exists in the HTTP packet-parsing functionality of the LIVE555 RTSP server library version 0.92. A specially crafted packet can cause a stack-based buffer overflow, resulting in code execution. An attacker can send a packet to trigger this vulnerability.
Credit: talos-cna@cisco.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| debian/liblivemedia | 2018.11.26-1.1 | |
| Live555 Live555 Media Server | =0.92 | |
| Debian Debian Linux | =8.0 | |
| Debian Debian Linux | =9.0 |
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Reference Links
- http://lists.live555.com/pipermail/live-devel/2018-October/021071.html
- https://talosintelligence.com/vulnerability_reports/TALOS-2018-0684
- https://security-tracker.debian.org/tracker/CVE-2018-4013
- https://lists.debian.org/debian-lts-announce/2018/11/msg00020.html
- https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/202005-06
- https://www.debian.org/security/2018/dsa-4343
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2018-4013?
CVE-2018-4013 is an exploitable code execution vulnerability in the HTTP packet-parsing functionality of the LIVE555 RTSP server library version 0.92.
What is the severity of CVE-2018-4013?
CVE-2018-4013 has a severity rating of 9.8 (Critical).
How does CVE-2018-4013 work?
CVE-2018-4013 can be triggered by sending a specially crafted packet to the vulnerable server, causing a stack-based buffer overflow and resulting in code execution.
Which software versions are affected by CVE-2018-4013?
The affected versions include LIVE555 RTSP server library version 0.92, liblivemedia package version 2018.11.26-1.1 on Debian, and Live555 Media Server version 0.92.
How can CVE-2018-4013 be fixed?
To fix CVE-2018-4013, users should update their software to the patched versions, such as liblivemedia package version 2018.11.26-1.1 on Debian, which contains the necessary remedy.
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