#VU37551 Out-of-bounds read in UnZip


Published: 2018-02-10 | Updated: 2020-08-08

Vulnerability identifier: #VU37551

Vulnerability risk: High

CVSSv3.1: 7.9 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2018-1000033

CWE-ID: CWE-125

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
UnZip
Client/Desktop applications / Software for archiving

Vendor: Info-ZIP

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote non-authenticated attacker to #BASIC_IMPACT#.

An out-of-bounds read exists in Info-Zip UnZip version 6.10c22 that allows an attacker to perform a denial of service and read sensitive memory.

Mitigation
Install update from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

UnZip: 6.10c22


External links
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/103031
http://sec-consult.com/en/blog/advisories/multiple-vulnerabilities-in-infozip-unzip/index.html


Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote non-authenticated attacker via the Internet.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.


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