CVE-2018-16548
UnknownEPSS 1.95%
Last modified
CVE-2018-16548 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. An issue was discovered in ZZIPlib through 0.13.69. There is a memory leak triggered in the function __zzip_parse_root_directory in zip.c, which will lead to a denial of service attack.. EPSS estimates a 1.95% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
An issue was discovered in ZZIPlib through 0.13.69. There is a memory leak triggered in the function __zzip_parse_root_directory in zip.c, which will lead to a denial of service attack.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Gdraheim | Zziplib | <= 0.13.69 |
References
- https://github.com/gdraheim/zziplib/issues/58Exploit, Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/gdraheim/zziplib/issues/58Exploit, Patch, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2018-16548?
An issue was discovered in ZZIPlib through 0.13.69. There is a memory leak triggered in the function __zzip_parse_root_directory in zip.c, which will lead to a denial of service attack.
How severe is CVE-2018-16548?
Severity scoring for CVE-2018-16548 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.95% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2018-16548?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
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