CVE-2018-8797: Buffer Overflow
Published Feb 5, 2019
·Updated
rdesktop versions up to and including v1.8.3 contain a Heap-Based Buffer Overflow in function processplane() 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-2018-8797?
CVE-2018-8797 is considered a high-severity vulnerability due to the potential for remote code execution.
2
How do I fix CVE-2018-8797?
To fix CVE-2018-8797, upgrade rdesktop to version 1.8.6-2 or later.
3
Which versions of rdesktop are affected by CVE-2018-8797?
rdesktop versions up to and including 1.8.3 are affected by CVE-2018-8797.
4
Can CVE-2018-8797 lead to memory corruption?
Yes, CVE-2018-8797 results in a heap-based buffer overflow that causes memory corruption.
5
Is CVE-2018-8797 present in Debian 8.0 and 9.0?
Yes, CVE-2018-8797 affects rdesktop on both Debian 8.0 and 9.0 versions.