CVE-2018-10389 Other in n/a

Critical 9.8 Published 23 Dec 2019 Updated 5 Aug 2024

Remote attackers can execute arbitrary code or cause denial of service via format string sequences in TFTP error packets.

Exploited in the wild: Not known
Login needed: Not needed
Attackable: Over the internet
Victim action needed: Not needed
Fix: None listed

What is CVE-2018-10389?

CVE-2018-10389 is a critical vulnerability in n/a, published on 23 Dec 2019. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.

Official description

Format string vulnerability in the logMess function in TFTP Server MT 1.65 and earlier allows remote attackers to perform a denial of service or execute arbitrary code via format string sequences in a TFTP error packet.

Weakness: CWE-134

Which versions are affected by CVE-2018-10389?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Open Tftp Server Project Open Tftp Server.

How do I fix CVE-2018-10389?

No fix has been published for CVE-2018-10389 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.

Is CVE-2018-10389 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2018-10389 in the wild and no public exploit code.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-2wx8-6jj8-chhc.