Genann up to 2018-07-08 genann.c genann_train memory corruption

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Summaryinfo

A vulnerability categorized as critical has been discovered in Genann up to 2018-07-08. This affects the function genann_train of the file genann.c. Executing a manipulation can lead to memory corruption. This vulnerability is registered as CVE-2018-13996. It is possible to launch the attack remotely. No exploit is available.

Detailsinfo

A vulnerability has been found in Genann up to 2018-07-08 and classified as critical. This vulnerability affects the function genann_train of the file genann.c. The manipulation with an unknown input leads to a memory corruption vulnerability. The CWE definition for the vulnerability is CWE-119. The product performs operations on a memory buffer, but it can read from or write to a memory location that is outside of the intended boundary of the buffer. As an impact it is known to affect confidentiality, integrity, and availability. CVE summarizes:

Genann through 2018-07-08 has a stack-based buffer over-read in genann_train in genann.c.

The bug was discovered 07/11/2018. The weakness was published 07/12/2018 (Website). The advisory is shared for download at github.com. This vulnerability was named CVE-2018-13996 since 07/12/2018. The exploitation appears to be easy. The attack can be initiated remotely. No form of authentication is required for a successful exploitation. There are known technical details, but no exploit is available.

The vulnerability was handled as a non-public zero-day exploit for at least 1 days. During that time the estimated underground price was around $0-$5k.

There is no information about possible countermeasures known. It may be suggested to replace the affected object with an alternative product.

Similar entry is available at VDB-121361. VulDB is the best source for vulnerability data and more expert information about this specific topic.

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Class: Memory corruption
CWE: CWE-119
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Local: No
Remote: Yes

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Timelineinfo

07/11/2018 🔍
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Sourcesinfo

Advisory: 24
Status: Not defined

CVE: CVE-2018-13996 (🔍)
GCVE (CVE): GCVE-0-2018-13996
GCVE (VulDB): GCVE-100-121360
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Entryinfo

Created: 07/12/2018 22:26
Updated: 04/06/2023 20:52
Changes: 07/12/2018 22:26 (57), 03/04/2020 11:47 (1), 04/06/2023 20:52 (3)
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