CVE-2018-20195 : What You Need to Know

FAAD2 version 2.8.8 has a vulnerability in the ic_predict function of the libfaad/ic_predict.c file, leading to a NULL pointer dereference. This results in a denial of service due to a segmentation fault and application crash.

Understanding CVE-2018-20195

This CVE involves a vulnerability in FAAD2 version 2.8.8 that can cause a denial of service.

What is CVE-2018-20195?

A NULL pointer dereference was found in ic_predict of libfaad/ic_predict.c in FAAD2 2.8.8, resulting in a segmentation fault and application crash, leading to denial of service.

The Impact of CVE-2018-20195

The vulnerability triggers a segmentation fault, causing the application to crash and resulting in a denial of service.

Technical Details of CVE-2018-20195

This section provides technical details about the vulnerability.

Vulnerability Description

The vulnerability in FAAD2 version 2.8.8 allows for a NULL pointer dereference in the ic_predict function, leading to a denial of service through a segmentation fault and application crash.

Affected Systems and Versions

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Exploitation Mechanism

The vulnerability can be exploited by triggering the ic_predict function in the libfaad/ic_predict.c file, causing a NULL pointer dereference and subsequent denial of service.

Mitigation and Prevention

Protecting systems from the CVE-2018-20195 vulnerability is crucial.

Immediate Steps to Take

Apply patches or updates provided by the software vendor.
Monitor security advisories for any new information or updates regarding this vulnerability.
Consider implementing network-level protections to mitigate potential exploitation.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update software and firmware to ensure all security patches are applied.
Conduct regular security assessments and penetration testing to identify and address vulnerabilities proactively.
Educate users and IT staff about security best practices to prevent exploitation of known vulnerabilities.

Patching and Updates

Check for patches or updates released by FAAD2 or relevant software vendors to address the vulnerability.