CVE-2018-7728 : Security Advisory and Response

Exempi up to version 2.4.4 is affected by a vulnerability in the TIFF_Handler.cpp file, leading to a heap-based buffer over-read in the MD5.cpp file. This CVE was published on March 6, 2018.

Understanding CVE-2018-7728

Exempi version 2.4.4 is susceptible to a heap-based buffer over-read due to mishandling of zero-length situations in the TIFF_Handler.cpp file.

What is CVE-2018-7728?

The vulnerability in Exempi up to version 2.4.4 allows for a heap-based buffer over-read in the MD5.cpp file, which can be exploited by an attacker.

The Impact of CVE-2018-7728

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

Technical Details of CVE-2018-7728

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Vulnerability Description

The issue arises from mishandling zero-length situations in the TIFF_Handler.cpp file, leading to a heap-based buffer over-read in the MD5.cpp file.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: Not applicable
Vendor: Not applicable
Versions affected: Up to version 2.4.4

Exploitation Mechanism

The vulnerability can be exploited by manipulating the length parameter to trigger the heap-based buffer over-read in the MD5.cpp file.

Mitigation and Prevention

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Immediate Steps to Take

Apply the security update provided by Exempi promptly.
Monitor vendor advisories for any further updates or patches.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update software and libraries to patched versions.
Conduct security assessments and audits to identify and address vulnerabilities proactively.

Patching and Updates

Ensure that all systems running Exempi are updated to version 2.4.4 or higher to mitigate the vulnerability.