CWE
835
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2018-5650

First published: Fri Jan 12 2018(Updated: )

In Long Range Zip (aka lrzip) 0.631, there is an infinite loop and application hang in the unzip_match function in runzip.c. Remote attackers could leverage this vulnerability to cause a denial of service via a crafted lrz file.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Long Range Zip Project Long Range Zip=0.631

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is CVE-2018-5650?

    CVE-2018-5650 is a vulnerability in Long Range Zip (lrzip) 0.631 that allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service through an infinite loop in the unzip_match function.

  • How severe is CVE-2018-5650?

    CVE-2018-5650 has a severity score of 5.5, which is considered medium.

  • Which software versions are affected by CVE-2018-5650?

    The affected software version is Long Range Zip (lrzip) 0.631.

  • How can I fix CVE-2018-5650?

    To fix CVE-2018-5650, it is recommended to update Long Range Zip (lrzip) to a version that addresses the vulnerability.

  • Where can I find more information about CVE-2018-5650?

    More information about CVE-2018-5650 can be found in the references: [GitHub issue](https://github.com/ckolivas/lrzip/issues/88) and [Debian LTS announcement](https://lists.debian.org/debian-lts-announce/2021/08/msg00001.html).

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