CVE-2018-7875
First published: Thu Mar 08 2018(Updated: )
There is a heap-based buffer over-read in the getString function of util/decompile.c in libming 0.4.8 for CONSTANT8 data. A Crafted input will lead to a denial of service attack.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Libming Libming | =0.4.8 | |
| Debian Debian Linux | =7.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2018-7875?
CVE-2018-7875 is a vulnerability that exists in the getString function of util/decompile.c in libming 0.4.8, which can be exploited to cause a denial of service attack.
How severe is CVE-2018-7875?
CVE-2018-7875 has a severity value of 6.5, which is considered medium.
What software is affected by CVE-2018-7875?
The affected software includes libming 0.4.8 and Debian Linux 7.0.
How can CVE-2018-7875 be fixed?
To fix CVE-2018-7875, it is recommended to update to a patched version of libming or apply the necessary security patches to the affected software.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2018-7875?
You can find more information about CVE-2018-7875 at the following references: [Reference 1](https://bugs.debian.org/cgi-bin/bugreport.cgi?bug=892260), [Reference 2](https://github.com/libming/libming/issues/112), [Reference 3](https://lists.debian.org/debian-lts-announce/2018/04/msg00008.html).
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