CVE-2019-18960: Buffer Overflow

Published Dec 11, 2019
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Updated

Firecracker vsock implementation buffer overflow in versions 0.18.0 and 0.19.0. This can result in potentially exploitable crashes.

Affected Software

2 affected components
Amazon Firecracker=0.18.0
Amazon Firecracker=0.19.0

Event History

Dec 11, 2019
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:25 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:25 PM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2019-18960?

CVE-2019-18960 is a vulnerability in the Firecracker vsock implementation that can result in potentially exploitable crashes.

2

Which versions of Firecracker are affected by CVE-2019-18960?

Versions 0.18.0 and 0.19.0 of Firecracker are affected by CVE-2019-18960.

3

What is the severity of CVE-2019-18960?

CVE-2019-18960 has a severity rating of critical with a CVSS score of 9.8.

4

How can CVE-2019-18960 be exploited?

CVE-2019-18960 can be exploited through a buffer overflow in the Firecracker vsock implementation.

5

Are there any references available for CVE-2019-18960?

Yes, you can find references for CVE-2019-18960 at the following links: - [Openwall mailing list - December 10, 2019](http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2019/12/10/1) - [Openwall mailing list - September 11, 2022](http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2022/09/11/2) - [Firecracker GitHub issue](https://github.com/firecracker-microvm/firecracker/issues/1462)

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