CVE-2018-5808: Buffer Overflow
First published: Fri Dec 07 2018(Updated: )
An error within the "find_green()" function (internal/dcraw_common.cpp) in LibRaw versions prior to 0.18.9 can be exploited to cause a stack-based buffer overflow and subsequently execute arbitrary code.
Credit: PSIRT-CNA@flexerasoftware.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Libraw Libraw | <0.18.9 | |
| Debian Debian Linux | =8.0 |
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Reference Links
- https://github.com/LibRaw/LibRaw/blob/master/Changelog.txt
- https://github.com/LibRaw/LibRaw/commit/fd6330292501983ac75fe4162275794b18445bd9
- https://lists.debian.org/debian-lts-announce/2019/03/msg00036.html
- https://secuniaresearch.flexerasoftware.com/advisories/81800/
- https://secuniaresearch.flexerasoftware.com/secunia_research/2018-9/
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2018-5808?
CVE-2018-5808 is a vulnerability within the "find_green()" function in LibRaw versions prior to 0.18.9 that can allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code through a stack-based buffer overflow.
How severe is CVE-2018-5808?
CVE-2018-5808 has a severity rating of 8.8, which is considered high.
Which software versions are affected by CVE-2018-5808?
LibRaw versions prior to 0.18.9 and Debian Linux 8.0 are affected by CVE-2018-5808.
How can CVE-2018-5808 be exploited?
CVE-2018-5808 can be exploited by leveraging the stack-based buffer overflow in the "find_green()" function of LibRaw.
Are there any references or sources for more information on CVE-2018-5808?
Yes, you can find more information on CVE-2018-5808 in the following references: [Github Changelog](https://github.com/LibRaw/LibRaw/blob/master/Changelog.txt), [Github Commit](https://github.com/LibRaw/LibRaw/commit/fd6330292501983ac75fe4162275794b18445bd9), [Debian LTS Announcement](https://lists.debian.org/debian-lts-announce/2019/03/msg00036.html).
- collector/nvd-index
- vendor/libraw
- canonical/libraw libraw
- vendor/debian
- canonical/debian debian linux
- version/debian debian linux/8.0