8.8
CWE
416
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2018-6359: Use After Free

First published: Sat Jan 27 2018(Updated: )

The decompileIF function (util/decompile.c) in libming through 0.4.8 is vulnerable to a use-after-free, which may allow attackers to cause a denial of service or unspecified other impact via a crafted SWF file.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Libming<=0.4.8
Debian Linux=7.0

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2018-6359?

    CVE-2018-6359 has been categorized as a potential denial-of-service vulnerability.

  • How do I fix CVE-2018-6359?

    To fix CVE-2018-6359, upgrade libming to version 0.4.9 or later.

  • What causes the vulnerability in CVE-2018-6359?

    CVE-2018-6359 is caused by a use-after-free flaw in the decompileIF function of libming.

  • Which software is affected by CVE-2018-6359?

    CVE-2018-6359 affects libming versions up to and including 0.4.8 and Debian Linux 7.0.

  • What types of attacks can be performed using CVE-2018-6359?

    Attackers can exploit CVE-2018-6359 by crafting a malicious SWF file to trigger a denial of service.

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