CVE-2018-12097
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CVE-2018-12097 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The liblnk_location_information_read_data function in liblnk_location_information.c in liblnk through 2018-04-19 allows remote attackers to cause an information disclosure (heap-based buffer over-read) via a crafted lnk file. NOTE: the vendor has disputed this as described in libyal/liblnk issue 33 on GitHub. EPSS estimates a 0.60% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The liblnk_location_information_read_data function in liblnk_location_information.c in liblnk through 2018-04-19 allows remote attackers to cause an information disclosure (heap-based buffer over-read) via a crafted lnk file. NOTE: the vendor has disputed this as described in libyal/liblnk issue 33 on GitHub
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Liblnk Project | Liblnk | <= 20180419 |
References
- http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2018/Jun/33Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
- http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2018/Jun/33Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
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- Status
- Modified
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