Vulnerability Description
reddcoin through 2.1.0.5 (a chain-based proof-of-stake cryptocurrency) allows a remote denial of service, exploitable by an attacker who acquires even a small amount of stake/coins in the system. The attacker sends invalid headers/blocks, which are stored on the victim's disk.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Reddcoin | Reddcoin | <= 2.1.0.5 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://fc19.ifca.ai/preproceedings/180-preproceedings.pdfThird Party Advisory
- https://medium.com/%40dsl_uiuc/fake-stake-attacks-on-chain-based-proof-of-stake-
- http://fc19.ifca.ai/preproceedings/180-preproceedings.pdfThird Party Advisory
- https://medium.com/%40dsl_uiuc/fake-stake-attacks-on-chain-based-proof-of-stake-
FAQ
What is CVE-2018-19164?
CVE-2018-19164 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.5 (HIGH). reddcoin through 2.1.0.5 (a chain-based proof-of-stake cryptocurrency) allows a remote denial of service, exploitable by an attacker who acquires even a small amount of stake/coins in the system. The ...
How severe is CVE-2018-19164?
CVE-2018-19164 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2018-19164?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Reddcoin Reddcoin.