CVE-2018-8098: Integer Overflow
First published: Wed Mar 14 2018(Updated: )
Integer overflow in the index.c:read_entry() function while decompressing a compressed prefix length in libgit2 before v0.26.2 allows an attacker to cause a denial of service (out-of-bounds read) via a crafted repository index file.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Libgit2 Libgit2 | <0.26.2 | |
| Debian Debian Linux | =9.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the vulnerability ID for this issue?
The vulnerability ID is CVE-2018-8098.
What is the severity of CVE-2018-8098?
The severity of CVE-2018-8098 is medium, with a severity value of 6.5.
Which software versions are affected by CVE-2018-8098?
Versions of libgit2 before v0.26.2 and Debian Linux version 9.0 are affected by CVE-2018-8098.
What is the impact of CVE-2018-8098?
CVE-2018-8098 can cause a denial of service (out-of-bounds read) due to an integer overflow in the index.c:read_entry() function.
How can I fix CVE-2018-8098?
To fix CVE-2018-8098, update libgit2 to version 0.26.2 or later.
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