CVE-2018-25432: Arm Whois 3.11 Buffer Overflow via ASLR Bypass

Published Jun 1, 2026
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Updated

Arm Whois 3.11 contains a buffer overflow vulnerability that allows local attackers to execute arbitrary code by overwriting the structured exception handler. Attackers can craft a malicious input file with a 672-byte offset to overwrite the nSEH and SEH pointers, enabling code execution through exception handler hijacking.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Arm Whois=3.11

Event History

Jun 1, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·09:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·09:00 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·10:16 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2018-25432?

CVE-2018-25432 has a severity rating of high, with a score of 8.4.

2

How does CVE-2018-25432 allow code execution?

CVE-2018-25432 allows code execution by exploiting a buffer overflow to overwrite the structured exception handler.

3

What components are affected by CVE-2018-25432?

CVE-2018-25432 specifically affects Arm Whois version 3.11.

4

Are there any known exploits for CVE-2018-25432?

Yes, there are known exploits for CVE-2018-25432 that demonstrate the buffer overflow through a crafted input file.

5

What is a recommended mitigation for CVE-2018-25432?

To mitigate CVE-2018-25432, it is recommended to update to a patched version of Arm Whois or apply security measures to reduce exposure.

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