SB2019013133 - Heap-based buffer overflow in libraw (Alpine package)



SB2019013133 - Heap-based buffer overflow in libraw (Alpine package)

Published: January 31, 2019

Security Bulletin ID SB2019013133
Severity
Low
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities 1
Exploitation vector Remote access
Highest impact Denial of service

Breakdown by Severity

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Description

This security bulletin contains information about 1 security vulnerability.


1) Heap-based buffer overflow (CVE-ID: CVE-2018-20365)

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to cause DoS condition on the target system.

The vulnerability exists due to heap-based buffer overflow in libraw_cxx.cpp. A remote attacker can trick the victim into opening a specially crafted input, trigger memory corruption and perform DoS attack.


Remediation

Install update from vendor's website.