CVE-2018-7485 : What You Need to Know

UnixODBC version 2.3.5 is affected by a vulnerability in the SQLWriteFileDSN function that could allow attackers to trigger a denial of service or other unspecified consequences.

Understanding CVE-2018-7485

This CVE entry describes a vulnerability in unixODBC version 2.3.5 that could be exploited by attackers.

What is CVE-2018-7485?

The issue in unixODBC version 2.3.5 involves incorrect arguments in the strncpy function in odbcinst/SQLWriteFileDSN.c, potentially leading to a denial of service or other impacts.

The Impact of CVE-2018-7485

The vulnerability could allow attackers to exploit the incorrect order of arguments in the strncpy function, resulting in a denial of service or other unspecified consequences.

Technical Details of CVE-2018-7485

This section provides more technical details about the CVE.

Vulnerability Description

The SQLWriteFileDSN function in unixODBC 2.3.5 has strncpy arguments in the wrong order, enabling attackers to cause a denial of service or potentially have other unspecified impacts.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: Not applicable
Vendor: Not applicable
Version: 2.3.5 (affected)

Exploitation Mechanism

The vulnerability arises from the incorrect order of arguments in the strncpy function in odbcinst/SQLWriteFileDSN.c, which attackers can exploit.

Mitigation and Prevention

Protecting systems from CVE-2018-7485 requires immediate actions and long-term security practices.

Immediate Steps to Take

Apply patches or updates provided by the vendor promptly.
Monitor vendor advisories and security mailing lists for any new information.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update software and libraries to the latest versions.
Implement secure coding practices to prevent similar vulnerabilities.

Patching and Updates

Stay informed about patches and updates released by unixODBC to address the vulnerability.