CVE-2018-21027: Buffer Overflow
Published Oct 11, 2019
·Updated
Boa through 0.94.14rc21 allows remote attackers to trigger an out-of-memory (OOM) condition because malloc is mishandled.
Affected Software
1 affected component
Boa Boa<=0.94.14.21
Remediation
Event History
Oct 11, 2019
CVE Published
via MITRE·07:28 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·07:28 PM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2018-21027?
CVE-2018-21027 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to the potential for denial of service via out-of-memory conditions.
2
How do I fix CVE-2018-21027?
To fix CVE-2018-21027, update Boa to version 0.94.14rc22 or later where the vulnerability is addressed.
3
Who is affected by CVE-2018-21027?
CVE-2018-21027 affects all versions of Boa up to and including 0.94.14rc21.
4
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2018-21027?
CVE-2018-21027 is a denial of service vulnerability caused by mishandling of memory allocation functions.
5
Can CVE-2018-21027 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2018-21027 can be exploited remotely, allowing attackers to trigger an out-of-memory condition.