CVE Catalog

CVE-2018-25222

High
Published: Translated: NVD NIST

Summary

SC v7.16 contains a stack-based buffer overflow vulnerability that allows local attackers to execute arbitrary code by supplying oversized input that exceeds buffer boundaries. Attackers can craft malicious input strings exceeding 1052 bytes to overwrite the instruction pointer and execute shellcode in the application context.

Risk Assessment

This vulnerability poses a serious security risk to the system, allowing local attackers to gain control over the application. This could lead to unauthorized access to data and system resources.

Recommendation

It is recommended to upgrade to the latest version of SC that addresses this vulnerability. Additionally, input length restrictions should be implemented in the application to prevent buffer overflow.

Related vulnerabilities

Original NVD description (English source)

SC v7.16 contains a stack-based buffer overflow vulnerability that allows local attackers to execute arbitrary code by supplying oversized input that exceeds buffer boundaries. Attackers can craft malicious input strings exceeding 1052 bytes to overwrite the instruction pointer and execute shellcode in the application context.

Vulnerability data from NVD (NIST) · CISA KEV · EPSS