CVE-2018-5805: Buffer Overflow
First published: Fri Jun 15 2018(Updated: )
A boundary error within the "quicktake_100_load_raw()" function (internal/dcraw_common.cpp) in LibRaw versions prior to 0.18.8 can be exploited to cause a stack-based buffer overflow and subsequently cause a crash.
Credit: PSIRT-CNA@flexerasoftware.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| redhat/LibRaw | <0.18.8 | 0.18.8 |
| LibRaw | <0.18.8 | |
| redhat enterprise Linux desktop | =7.0 | |
| redhat enterprise Linux server | =7.0 | |
| redhat enterprise Linux workstation | =7.0 |
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Reference Links
- https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2018:3065
- https://github.com/LibRaw/LibRaw/blob/master/Changelog.txt
- https://github.com/LibRaw/LibRaw/commit/9f26ce37f5be86ea11bfc6831366558650b1f6ff
- https://secuniaresearch.flexerasoftware.com/advisories/81000/
- https://secuniaresearch.flexerasoftware.com/secunia_research/2018-3/
- https://secuniaresearch.flexerasoftware.com/secunia_research/2018-03
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi/show_bug.cgi?id=1591894
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi/show_bug.cgi?id=1591891
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi/show_bug.cgi?id=1591889
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi/show_bug.cgi?id=1591893
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi/show_bug.cgi?id=1591892
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi/show_bug.cgi?id=1591890
- https://access.redhat.com/support/policy/updates/errata/
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=1591887
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2018-5805?
CVE-2018-5805 is a vulnerability that exists in LibRaw versions prior to 0.18.8, which allows for a stack-based buffer overflow and subsequent crash.
How severe is CVE-2018-5805?
CVE-2018-5805 has a severity rating of 8.8 (high).
How can CVE-2018-5805 be exploited?
CVE-2018-5805 can be exploited by causing a stack-based buffer overflow.
Which software versions are affected by CVE-2018-5805?
LibRaw versions prior to 0.18.8 are affected by CVE-2018-5805.
How can I fix CVE-2018-5805?
To fix CVE-2018-5805, upgrade to LibRaw version 0.18.8 or later.
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