CVE-2018-7714: High severity OpenCV Opencv vulnerability

Published Mar 5, 2018
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Updated

DISPUTED The validateInputImageSize function in modules/imgcodecs/src/loadsave.cpp in OpenCV 3.4.1 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (assertion failure) because (pixels <= (1<<30)) may be false. Note: “OpenCV CVAssert is not an assertion (C-like assert()), it is regular C++ exception which can raised in case of invalid or non-supported parameters.”

Affected Software

1 affected component
OpenCV Opencv=3.4.1

Event History

Mar 5, 2018
CVE Published
via MITRE·11:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·11:00 PM
Description
Disputed
11:29 PM
Data Sourced
via NVD·11:29 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2018-7714?

CVE-2018-7714 is a vulnerability in OpenCV 3.4.1 that allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service.

2

How can the CVE-2018-7714 vulnerability be exploited?

The CVE-2018-7714 vulnerability can be exploited by sending a specifically crafted input image.

3

What is the severity of CVE-2018-7714?

The severity of CVE-2018-7714 is high with a CVSS score of 7.5.

4

Which version of OpenCV is affected by CVE-2018-7714?

OpenCV 3.4.1 is affected by CVE-2018-7714.

5

Is there a fix available for CVE-2018-7714?

Yes, a fix for CVE-2018-7714 is available. It is recommended to update to the latest version of OpenCV.

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