Vulnerability Description
In Exiv2 0.26, an out-of-bounds read in IptcData::printStructure in iptc.c could result in a crash or information leak, related to the "== 0x1c" case.
CVSS Score
8.1
HIGH
CVSS:3.0/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:H
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Exiv2 | Exiv2 | < 0.26 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2020-04/msg00009.html
- https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2019:2101
- https://github.com/Exiv2/exiv2/issues/263ExploitIssue TrackingPatch
- https://github.com/xiaoqx/pocs/blob/master/exiv2/readme.mdExploitThird Party Advisory
- https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/201811-14Third Party Advisory
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2020-04/msg00009.html
- https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2019:2101
- https://github.com/Exiv2/exiv2/issues/263ExploitIssue TrackingPatch
- https://github.com/xiaoqx/pocs/blob/master/exiv2/readme.mdExploitThird Party Advisory
- https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/201811-14Third Party Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2018-9305?
CVE-2018-9305 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 8.1 (HIGH). In Exiv2 0.26, an out-of-bounds read in IptcData::printStructure in iptc.c could result in a crash or information leak, related to the "== 0x1c" case.
How severe is CVE-2018-9305?
CVE-2018-9305 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-2018-9305?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Exiv2 Exiv2.