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Out-of-bounds Read

CVE-2018-11547

High
9.8/10

Summary

md_is_link_reference_definition_helper in md4c 0.2.5 has a heap-based buffer over-read because md_is_link_label mishandles loop termination.

  • LOW
  • NETWORK
  • HIGH
  • UNCHANGED
  • NONE
  • NONE
  • HIGH
  • HIGH

CWE-125 - Out-of-Bounds Read

Out-of-bounds read is a vulnerability that allows access to memory beyond the authorized accessible location. Such a vulnerability compromises the confidentiality of the trusted environment in the application and enables an attacker to launch further attacks by leveraging the exposed information.

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  • Published