CVE-2018-8793: Buffer Overflow
Published Feb 5, 2019
·Updated
rdesktop versions up to and including v1.8.3 contain a Heap-Based Buffer Overflow in function csspreadtsrequest() that results in a memory corruption and probably even a remote code execution.
Affected Software
5 affected componentsFixes available
debian/rdesktop
1.8.6-21.9.0-2
rdesktop RDesktop<=1.8.3
Debian Debian Linux=8.0
Debian Debian Linux=9.0
openSUSE Leap=15.1
Remediation
Event History
Feb 5, 2019
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:00 PM
DescriptionWeakness
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2018-8793?
CVE-2018-8793 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to the potential for remote code execution.
2
How do I fix CVE-2018-8793?
To fix CVE-2018-8793, upgrade rdesktop to versions 1.8.6-2 or 1.9.0-2.
3
Which versions of rdesktop are affected by CVE-2018-8793?
rdesktop versions up to and including 1.8.3 are affected by CVE-2018-8793.
4
Can CVE-2018-8793 lead to memory corruption?
Yes, CVE-2018-8793 can result in memory corruption due to a heap-based buffer overflow.
5
Is CVE-2018-8793 specific to any operating system?
CVE-2018-8793 affects multiple operating systems including Debian and openSUSE.