CVE-2018-5208: Buffer Overflow
In Irssi before 1.0.6, a calculation error in the completion code could cause a heap buffer overflow when completing certain strings.
Affected Software
Remediation
Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.
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ubuntu/irssito a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 1.0.4-1ubuntu2.2 - Upgrade
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ubuntu/irssito a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 0.8.15-5ubuntu3.4 - Upgrade
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ubuntu/irssito a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 0.8.19-1ubuntu1.6 - Upgrade
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ubuntu/irssito a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 0.8.20-2ubuntu2.3 - Upgrade
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debian/irssito a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 1.2.3-1Fixed in 1.4.3-2Fixed in 1.4.5-1 - Upgrade
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alpine/irssito a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 1.0.6-r0
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2018-5208?
CVE-2018-5208 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to the potential for a heap buffer overflow.
How do I fix CVE-2018-5208?
To fix CVE-2018-5208, update Irssi to version 1.0.6 or later.
What software versions are affected by CVE-2018-5208?
Irssi versions prior to 1.0.6 are affected, along with certain versions of Debian Linux.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2018-5208?
CVE-2018-5208 is a heap buffer overflow vulnerability caused by a calculation error in the completion code.
Is CVE-2018-5208 relevant to Ubuntu users?
Yes, Ubuntu users running specific versions of the irssi package prior to 1.0.6 are affected by CVE-2018-5208.