Vulnerability Description
A buffer underwrite vulnerability in get_line() (read.c) in fig2dev 3.2.7a allows an attacker to write prior to the beginning of the buffer via a crafted .fig file.
CVSS Score
7.8
HIGH
CVSS:3.0/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Canonical | Ubuntu Linux | 14.04 |
| Fig2Dev Project | Fig2Dev | 3.2.7a |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://lists.debian.org/debian-lts-announce/2020/01/msg00018.html
- https://sourceforge.net/p/mcj/tickets/28/Third Party Advisory
- https://usn.ubuntu.com/3760-1/Third Party Advisory
- https://lists.debian.org/debian-lts-announce/2020/01/msg00018.html
- https://sourceforge.net/p/mcj/tickets/28/Third Party Advisory
- https://usn.ubuntu.com/3760-1/Third Party Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2018-16140?
CVE-2018-16140 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.8 (HIGH). A buffer underwrite vulnerability in get_line() (read.c) in fig2dev 3.2.7a allows an attacker to write prior to the beginning of the buffer via a crafted .fig file.
How severe is CVE-2018-16140?
CVE-2018-16140 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2018-16140?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Canonical Ubuntu Linux, Fig2Dev Project Fig2Dev.