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CVE-2018-4012

An exploitable buffer overflow vulnerability exists in the HTTP header-parsing f...

Critical CVSS 9.0

Overview

An exploitable buffer overflow vulnerability exists in the HTTP header-parsing function of the Webroot BrightCloud SDK. The function bc_http_read_header incorrectly handles overlong headers, leading to arbitrary code execution. An unauthenticated attacker could impersonate a remote BrightCloud server to trigger this vulnerability.

CWE: CWE-119 Published: 2019-01-03T22:29:00.417
Risk analysis

This vulnerability is rated 🔴 CRITICAL.

  • CVSS: 9.0 (CRITICAL)
  • Detected tags: none (tag impact: LOW)

Recommended actions:

  • Prioritize remediation based on business criticality and exposure.
  • Limit exposure and increase monitoring until fixed.

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