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CVE-2018-9145

UnknownEPSS 1.89%

Last modified

CVE-2018-9145 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. In the DataBuf class in include/exiv2/types.hpp in Exiv2 0.26, an issue exists in the constructor with an initial buffer size. A large size value may lead to a SIGABRT during an attempt at memory allocation. EPSS estimates a 1.89% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

In the DataBuf class in include/exiv2/types.hpp in Exiv2 0.26, an issue exists in the constructor with an initial buffer size. A large size value may lead to a SIGABRT during an attempt at memory allocation. NOTE: some third parties have been unable to reproduce the SIGABRT when using the 4-DataBuf-abort-1 PoC file.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
1.89%

76.9th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
Exiv2Exiv20.26

References

Timeline

Published
Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2018-9145?
In the DataBuf class in include/exiv2/types.hpp in Exiv2 0.26, an issue exists in the constructor with an initial buffer size. A large size value may lead to a SIGABRT during an attempt at memory allocation. NOTE: some third parties have been unable to reproduce the SIGABRT when using the 4-DataBuf-abort-1 PoC file.
How severe is CVE-2018-9145?
Severity scoring for CVE-2018-9145 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.89% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2018-9145?
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