Vulnerability Description
A double free exists in the another_hunk function in pch.c in GNU patch through 2.7.6.
CVSS Score
7.5
HIGH
CVSS:3.0/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Gnu | Patch | <= 2.7.6 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/103047Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2019:2033
- https://savannah.gnu.org/bugs/index.php?53133Vendor Advisory
- https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/201904-17
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/103047Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2019:2033
- https://savannah.gnu.org/bugs/index.php?53133Vendor Advisory
- https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/201904-17
FAQ
What is CVE-2018-6952?
CVE-2018-6952 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.5 (HIGH). A double free exists in the another_hunk function in pch.c in GNU patch through 2.7.6.
How severe is CVE-2018-6952?
CVE-2018-6952 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-2018-6952?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Gnu Patch.