CVE-2018-6542
First published: Fri Feb 02 2018(Updated: )
In ZZIPlib 0.13.67, there is a bus error (when handling a disk64_trailer seek value) caused by loading of a misaligned address in the zzip_disk_findfirst function of zzip/mmapped.c.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| zziplib | =0.13.67 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2018-6542?
CVE-2018-6542 is classified as a moderate severity vulnerability.
How does CVE-2018-6542 affect ZZIPlib 0.13.67?
CVE-2018-6542 affects ZZIPlib 0.13.67 by causing a bus error due to the handling of a misaligned address.
How do I fix CVE-2018-6542?
To fix CVE-2018-6542, you should upgrade to a version of ZZIPlib that is later than 0.13.67.
What function in ZZIPlib is vulnerable in CVE-2018-6542?
The vulnerable function in ZZIPlib as identified by CVE-2018-6542 is zzip_disk_findfirst.
Is CVE-2018-6542 present in earlier versions of ZZIPlib?
CVE-2018-6542 is specifically identified in version 0.13.67 of ZZIPlib and may not affect earlier versions.
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