CVE-2018-5189
UnknownEPSS 1.20%
Last modified
CVE-2018-5189 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Race condition in Jungo Windriver 12.5.1 allows local users to cause a denial of service (buffer overflow) or gain system privileges by flipping pool buffer size, aka a "double fetch" vulnerability.. EPSS estimates a 1.20% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Race condition in Jungo Windriver 12.5.1 allows local users to cause a denial of service (buffer overflow) or gain system privileges by flipping pool buffer size, aka a "double fetch" vulnerability.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Jungo | Windriver | < 12.6.0 |
References
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/43494/Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://www.fidusinfosec.com/jungo-windriver-code-execution-cve-2018-5189/Third Party Advisory
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/43494/Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://www.fidusinfosec.com/jungo-windriver-code-execution-cve-2018-5189/Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2018-5189?
Race condition in Jungo Windriver 12.5.1 allows local users to cause a denial of service (buffer overflow) or gain system privileges by flipping pool buffer size, aka a "double fetch" vulnerability.
How severe is CVE-2018-5189?
Severity scoring for CVE-2018-5189 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.20% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2018-5189?
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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