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MEDIUM · 5.5

CVE-2018-11099

The header::add_INFO_descriptor function in header.cpp in VCFtools 0.1.15 allows remote attackers to cause information disclosure (heap-based buffer over-read) via a crafted vcf file.

Vulnerability Description

The header::add_INFO_descriptor function in header.cpp in VCFtools 0.1.15 allows remote attackers to cause information disclosure (heap-based buffer over-read) via a crafted vcf file.

CVSS Score

5.5

MEDIUM

CVSS:3.0/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N
Attack Vector
LOCAL
Attack Complexity
LOW
Privileges Required
NONE
User Interaction
REQUIRED
Scope
UNCHANGED
Confidentiality
HIGH
Integrity
NONE
Availability
NONE

Affected Products

VendorProductVersions
Vcftools ProjectVcftools0.1.15

Related Weaknesses (CWE)

CWE-125

References

FAQ

What is CVE-2018-11099?

CVE-2018-11099 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.5 (MEDIUM). The header::add_INFO_descriptor function in header.cpp in VCFtools 0.1.15 allows remote attackers to cause information disclosure (heap-based buffer over-read) via a crafted vcf file.

How severe is CVE-2018-11099?

CVE-2018-11099 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.

Is there a patch for CVE-2018-11099?

Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Vcftools Project Vcftools.