Vulnerability Description
CrossFont 7.5 contains a buffer overflow vulnerability that allows local attackers to crash the application by submitting an oversized payload in the License Key field. Attackers can generate a malicious file containing 4000 bytes of data, paste it into the License Key input field, and trigger an application crash when processing the input.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/45494
- https://www.vulncheck.com/advisories/crossfont-denial-of-service-via-license-key
FAQ
What is CVE-2018-25273?
CVE-2018-25273 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.2 (MEDIUM). CrossFont 7.5 contains a buffer overflow vulnerability that allows local attackers to crash the application by submitting an oversized payload in the License Key field. Attackers can generate a malici...
How severe is CVE-2018-25273?
CVE-2018-25273 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 6.2/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2018-25273?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.