CVE-2018-8806: Use After Free

Published Mar 20, 2018
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Updated

In libming 0.4.8, there is a use-after-free in the decompileArithmeticOp function of decompile.c. Remote attackers could use this vulnerability to cause a denial-of-service via a crafted swf file.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Libming Libming=0.4.8

Event History

Mar 20, 2018
CVE Published
via MITRE·05:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·05:00 AM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·05:29 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2018-8806?

CVE-2018-8806 is a vulnerability in libming 0.4.8 that allows remote attackers to cause a denial-of-service via a crafted swf file.

2

What is the severity of CVE-2018-8806?

The severity of CVE-2018-8806 is medium with a CVSS score of 6.5.

3

How does CVE-2018-8806 affect Libming?

CVE-2018-8806 affects Libming version 0.4.8.

4

How can I fix CVE-2018-8806?

To fix CVE-2018-8806, you should upgrade Libming to a version that is not affected by this vulnerability.

5

Where can I find more information about CVE-2018-8806?

You can find more information about CVE-2018-8806 at the following link: https://github.com/libming/libming/issues/128

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