LibRaw Memory Access Issue in Kodak Raw File Processing
CVE-2018-5802

8.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Libraw

Status
Libraw
Vendor
CVE Published:
7 December 2018

What is CVE-2018-5802?

A vulnerability exists in the 'kodak_radc_load_raw()' function within LibRaw, specifically relating to the 'buf' variable, which can be exploited to perform out-of-bounds read memory access. This exploitation could result in a crash of the application, impacting the functionality and reliability of software utilizing LibRaw for processing Kodak raw files. Users are advised to upgrade to version 0.18.7 or later to mitigate potential risks.

Affected Version(s)

LibRaw Prior to 0.18.7

References

https://github.com/LibRaw/LibRaw/blob/master/Changelog.txt
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https://secuniaresearch.flexerasoftware.com/secunia_resea...
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https://secuniaresearch.flexerasoftware.com/advisories/79...
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
8.8
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
Required
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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