CVE-2018-7487 : Vulnerability Insights and Analysis

A vulnerability has been discovered in sam2p 0.49.4, specifically in the LoadPCX function of in_pcx.cpp, allowing an attacker to trigger a heap-based buffer overflow.

Understanding CVE-2018-7487

This CVE entry describes a heap-based buffer overflow vulnerability in sam2p 0.49.4.

What is CVE-2018-7487?

The vulnerability in the LoadPCX function of in_pcx.cpp in sam2p 0.49.4 enables an attacker to execute a heap-based buffer overflow by providing a carefully crafted input. This exploit could lead to a denial of service or other adverse consequences.

The Impact of CVE-2018-7487

The exploitation of this vulnerability may result in a denial of service or potentially have other adverse consequences, the specifics of which are currently unspecified.

Technical Details of CVE-2018-7487

This section provides technical details of the vulnerability.

Vulnerability Description

A heap-based buffer overflow exists in the LoadPCX function of in_pcx.cpp in sam2p 0.49.4. Crafted input can trigger this vulnerability, potentially leading to a denial of service or other impacts.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: sam2p 0.49.4
Vendor: Not applicable
Versions: Not applicable

Exploitation Mechanism

The vulnerability can be exploited by providing a carefully crafted input to the LoadPCX function, triggering a heap-based buffer overflow.

Mitigation and Prevention

Protecting systems from CVE-2018-7487 requires immediate actions and long-term security practices.

Immediate Steps to Take

Apply security patches or updates provided by the vendor.
Implement input validation mechanisms to prevent buffer overflows.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update software and systems to the latest versions.
Conduct security audits and penetration testing to identify and address vulnerabilities.

Patching and Updates

Ensure that the sam2p software is updated to a version that addresses the heap-based buffer overflow vulnerability.