CVE-2018-20622 : Vulnerability Insights and Analysis

JasPer 2.0.14 has a memory leak vulnerability in the libjasper.a library when using the "--output-format jp2" command.

Understanding CVE-2018-20622

This CVE entry describes a specific memory leak issue in JasPer 2.0.14 that can be exploited when executing a particular command.

What is CVE-2018-20622?

The vulnerability in JasPer 2.0.14 allows for a memory leak to occur in the libjasper.a library when the "--output-format jp2" command is used.

The Impact of CVE-2018-20622

This vulnerability could be exploited by an attacker to cause a denial of service or potentially execute arbitrary code on the affected system.

Technical Details of CVE-2018-20622

JasPer 2.0.14 is susceptible to a memory leak vulnerability in the libjasper.a library when specific commands are executed.

Vulnerability Description

The memory leak occurs in the file base/jas_malloc.c within the libjasper.a library when the "--output-format jp2" command is utilized.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: Not applicable
Vendor: Not applicable
Version: 2.0.14

Exploitation Mechanism

The vulnerability can be exploited by executing the "--output-format jp2" command, triggering the memory leak in the libjasper.a library.

Mitigation and Prevention

To address CVE-2018-20622, follow these mitigation strategies:

Immediate Steps to Take

Apply the security update provided by the vendor.
Avoid using the "--output-format jp2" command until the system is patched.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update software and libraries to prevent known vulnerabilities.
Implement secure coding practices to minimize the risk of memory leaks.

Patching and Updates

Check for patches and updates from the vendor to address the memory leak vulnerability in JasPer 2.0.14.