Vulnerability Description
A buffer overflow was discovered in the URL-authentication backend of the Icecast before 2.4.4. If the backend is enabled, then any malicious HTTP client can send a request for that specific resource including a crafted header, leading to denial of service and potentially remote code execution.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Xiph | Icecast | < 2.4.4 |
| Debian | Debian Linux | 8.0 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2018/11/01/3Mailing ListPatchThird Party Advisory
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1042019Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://lists.debian.org/debian-lts-announce/2018/11/msg00033.htmlThird Party Advisory
- https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/201811-09MitigationThird Party Advisory
- https://www.debian.org/security/2018/dsa-4333Third Party Advisory
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2018/11/01/3Mailing ListPatchThird Party Advisory
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1042019Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://lists.debian.org/debian-lts-announce/2018/11/msg00033.htmlThird Party Advisory
- https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/201811-09MitigationThird Party Advisory
- https://www.debian.org/security/2018/dsa-4333Third Party Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2018-18820?
CVE-2018-18820 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 8.1 (HIGH). A buffer overflow was discovered in the URL-authentication backend of the Icecast before 2.4.4. If the backend is enabled, then any malicious HTTP client can send a request for that specific resource ...
How severe is CVE-2018-18820?
CVE-2018-18820 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 8.1/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2018-18820?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Xiph Icecast, Debian Debian Linux.