CVE-2018-12584

The ConnectionBase::preparseNewBytes function in resip/stack/ConnectionBase.cxx in reSIProcate through 1.10.2 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of…

published July 16, 2018

CVSS
—
EPSS
24%
Percentile
97.8
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ A remote attacker could exploit this flaw in the reSIProcate library, leading to a buffer overflow during TLS communications. That's like a waiter serving too much food on one plate—either the plate breaks, or worse, someone gets burned! Think of it as a delivery service overwhelmed by an order that’s just too big. If they don’t manage to handle it properly, things can break down, resulting in lost packages or worse—injuries! An attacker could cause a denial of service, meaning your server might crash or behave erratically. In some scenarios, they might even execute arbitrary code, opening up a Pandora’s box of security risks. This can be absolutely devastating for your system's integrity!

Put simply

Think of it as a delivery service overwhelmed by an order that’s just too big. If they don’t manage to handle it properly, things can break down, resulting in lost packages or worse—injuries! The vulnerability lies in the ConnectionBase::preparseNewBytes function, where a buffer overflow can occur if TLS communication is enabled. This flaw allows attackers to manipulate data sent to the server, potentially leading to code execution.

What to do

An attacker could cause a denial of service, meaning your server might crash or behave erratically. In some scenarios, they might even execute arbitrary code, opening up a Pandora’s box of security risks. This can be absolutely devastating for your system's integrity! Ensure you're using the latest version of reSIProcate (1.10.3 or later) to patch this vulnerability. If you haven't already, audit your TLS settings and consider employing additional error handling mechanisms to mitigate potential risks. You've got this! By taking these steps, you can ensure your system is running smoothly and securely. 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.23701 · 97.8th percentile
Published
2018-07-16T20:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 16 JUL 20:00Z
    The ConnectionBase::preparseNewBytes function in resip/stack/ConnectionBase.cxx in reSIProcate through 1.10.2 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of…
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