CVE-2014-8118 Integer overflow in n/a
Remote attackers can execute arbitrary code via a crafted RPM file due to an integer overflow leading to stack-based buffer overflow.
- Exploited in the wild
- Not known
- Login needed
- Not needed
- Attackable
- Over the internet
- Victim action needed
- A user has to click or open something
- Fix
- Available
What is CVE-2014-8118?
CVE-2014-8118 is a critical vulnerability in n/a, published on 16 Dec 2014. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, and only if a user opens a file or follows a link.
Official description
Integer overflow in RPM 4.12 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted CPIO header in the payload section of an RPM file, which triggers a stack-based buffer overflow.
Weakness: CWE-189
Which versions are affected by CVE-2014-8118?
It affects 1 product.
Products include Rpm Rpm.
How do I fix CVE-2014-8118?
Upgrade to a fixed version.
Is CVE-2014-8118 being exploited?
There is no known exploitation of CVE-2014-8118 in the wild and no public exploit code.
Other vulnerabilities in n/a
Sources
Also known as DEBIAN-CVE-2014-8118, GHSA-wj3v-j872-6xqx, UBUNTU-CVE-2014-8118.