CVE-2018-5268: Buffer Overflow
First published: Mon Jan 08 2018(Updated: )
In OpenCV 3.3.1, a heap-based buffer overflow happens in cv::Jpeg2KDecoder::readComponent8u in modules/imgcodecs/src/grfmt_jpeg2000.cpp when parsing a crafted image file.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Opencv Opencv | =3.3.1 | |
| Debian Debian Linux | =7.0 | |
| Debian Debian Linux | =8.0 | |
| Debian Debian Linux | =9.0 | |
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Reference Links
- https://source.android.com/docs/security/bulletin/2019-02-01/#asterisk
- https://source.android.com/docs/security/bulletin/2019-02-01 (Advisory)
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/106945
- https://github.com/opencv/opencv/issues/10541
- https://lists.debian.org/debian-lts-announce/2018/04/msg00019.html
- https://lists.debian.org/debian-lts-announce/2018/07/msg00030.html
- https://lists.debian.org/debian-lts-announce/2021/10/msg00028.html
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2018-5268?
The severity of CVE-2018-5268 is high with a CVSS score of 5.5.
How does CVE-2018-5268 affect OpenCV?
CVE-2018-5268 affects OpenCV version 3.3.1 with a heap-based buffer overflow vulnerability in the cv::Jpeg2KDecoder::readComponent8u function in the modules/imgcodecs/src/grfmt_jpeg2000.cpp file.
Which software is affected by CVE-2018-5268?
CVE-2018-5268 affects Google Android, OpenCV version 3.3.1, and Debian Linux versions 7.0, 8.0, and 9.0.
How can I mitigate the vulnerability in CVE-2018-5268?
To mitigate the vulnerability in CVE-2018-5268, it is recommended to update OpenCV to a version that includes the fix for this issue.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2018-5268?
You can find more information about CVE-2018-5268 in the following references: - [Android Security Bulletin - February 2019](https://source.android.com/docs/security/bulletin/2019-02-01/#asterisk) - [Android Security Bulletin - February 2019](https://source.android.com/docs/security/bulletin/2019-02-01) - [SecurityFocus BID 106945](http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/106945)
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