CVE-2018-12083 : Security Advisory and Response

GOAL Bonanza smart contract vulnerability allows manipulation of token supply.

Understanding CVE-2018-12083

The vulnerability in the GOAL Bonanza smart contract enables the owner to alter the total supply of digital assets without restrictions, leading to potential exploitation.

What is CVE-2018-12083?

The smart contract implementation for GOAL Bonanza lacks constraints on the mintToken function, allowing the owner to adjust the total supply of digital assets arbitrarily, leading to the "tradeTrap" problem.

The Impact of CVE-2018-12083

The vulnerability enables the owner to manipulate the token supply, potentially leading to financial gains through unfair practices.

Technical Details of CVE-2018-12083

The technical aspects of the vulnerability are as follows:

Vulnerability Description

The mintToken function in the GOAL Bonanza smart contract allows unrestricted manipulation of the token supply.

Affected Systems and Versions

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Exploitation Mechanism

The owner can exploit the vulnerability by adjusting the total supply of digital assets at will, potentially for profit generation.

Mitigation and Prevention

Protecting against CVE-2018-12083 involves the following steps:

Immediate Steps to Take

Review and update the smart contract code to include constraints on minting functions.
Monitor token supply changes for any suspicious activity.

Long-Term Security Practices

Implement thorough code reviews and audits for smart contracts.
Educate developers on secure coding practices to prevent similar vulnerabilities.

Patching and Updates

Apply patches or updates provided by the smart contract developer to address the vulnerability.