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CVE-2018-5251

UnknownEPSS 1.86%

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CVE-2018-5251 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. In libming 0.4.8, there is an integer signedness error vulnerability (left shift of a negative value) in the readSBits function (util/read.c). Remote attackers can leverage this vulnerability to cause a denial of service via a crafted swf file.. EPSS estimates a 1.86% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

In libming 0.4.8, there is an integer signedness error vulnerability (left shift of a negative value) in the readSBits function (util/read.c). Remote attackers can leverage this vulnerability to cause a denial of service via a crafted swf file.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
1.86%

76.5th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
LibmingLibming0.4.8
DebianDebian Linux7.0

References

Timeline

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Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2018-5251?
In libming 0.4.8, there is an integer signedness error vulnerability (left shift of a negative value) in the readSBits function (util/read.c). Remote attackers can leverage this vulnerability to cause a denial of service via a crafted swf file.
How severe is CVE-2018-5251?
Severity scoring for CVE-2018-5251 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.86% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2018-5251?
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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Source: NVD / NIST