CVE-2018-5813 : Security Advisory and Response

A vulnerability was discovered in versions of LibRaw prior to 0.18.11. This vulnerability exists within the "parse_minolta()" function (dcraw/dcraw.c) and can be abused by an attacker to cause an infinite loop by using a specifically crafted file.

Understanding CVE-2018-5813

This CVE-2018-5813 vulnerability in LibRaw prior to version 0.18.11 poses a risk of Denial of Service (DoS) through an infinite loop.

What is CVE-2018-5813?

CVE-2018-5813 is a vulnerability found in versions of LibRaw before 0.18.11, allowing attackers to trigger an infinite loop using a malicious file.

The Impact of CVE-2018-5813

The vulnerability can be exploited by attackers to cause a denial of service (DoS) condition on systems running affected versions of LibRaw.

Technical Details of CVE-2018-5813

Vulnerability Description

The vulnerability lies within the "parse_minolta()" function in LibRaw versions prior to 0.18.11, enabling an attacker to create an infinite loop with a specially crafted file.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: LibRaw
Vendor: n/a
Versions Affected: Prior to 0.18.11

Exploitation Mechanism

Attackers can exploit this vulnerability by utilizing a specifically crafted file to trigger an infinite loop within the "parse_minolta()" function of LibRaw.

Mitigation and Prevention

Immediate Steps to Take

Update LibRaw to version 0.18.11 or later to mitigate the vulnerability.
Avoid opening untrusted or suspicious files with LibRaw to prevent exploitation.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update software and libraries to the latest versions to patch known vulnerabilities.
Implement file input validation and security checks to prevent malicious file execution.

Patching and Updates

Stay informed about security advisories and patches released by LibRaw.