SB2018082033 - Heap-based buffer overflow in unzip (Alpine package) 



SB2018082033 - Heap-based buffer overflow in unzip (Alpine package)

Published: August 20, 2018

Security Bulletin ID SB2018082033
Severity
High
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities 1
Exploitation vector Remote access
Highest impact Code execution

Breakdown by Severity

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Description

This security bulletin contains information about 1 security vulnerability.


1) Heap-based buffer overflow (CVE-ID: CVE-2018-1000035)

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to cause DoS condition or execute arbitrary code on the target system.
The weakness exists due to heap-based buffer overflow in the processing of password-protected archives. A remote attacker can trigger memory corruption and cause the service to crash or execute arbitrary code with elevated privileges.

Remediation

Install update from vendor's website.