CVE-2018-3938

Description

An exploitable stack-based buffer overflow vulnerability exists in the 802dot1xclientcert.cgi functionality of Sony IPELA E Series Camera G5 firmware 1.87.00. A specially crafted POST can cause a stack-based buffer overflow, resulting in remote code execution. An attacker can send a malicious POST request to trigger this vulnerability.

Category

9.1
CVSS
Severity: Critical
CVSS 3.0 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 0.85% Top 30%
Third-Party Advisory talosintelligence.com
Affected: Talos Sony
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://www.talosintelligence.com/vulnerability_reports/TALOS-2018-0605 third party advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2018-3938?
CVE-2018-3938 has been scored as a critical severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2018-3938?
To fix CVE-2018-3938, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2018-3938 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2018-3938 is being actively exploited. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~1% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2018-3938?
CVE-2018-3938 affects Talos Sony.
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