CVE-2018-14813CWE-122

Fuji Electric V-Server 4.0.3.0 and prior, A heap-based buffer overflow vulnerability has been identified, which may allow remote code execution

published September 26, 2018

CVSS
—
EPSS
4%
Percentile
90.2
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ A heap-based buffer overflow lurks in Fuji Electric V-Server 4.0.3.0 and earlier, potentially opening the door for remote code execution! 🔥 Think of this vulnerability like a carefully stacked set of boxes. If you add just a little too much on top, the whole structure can topple over, allowing something unwanted to slip through. If exploited, an attacker could push the system to execute arbitrary code, potentially taking control of your server! This could lead to data breaches, service disruptions, or worse, unauthorized access to sensitive information.

Put simply

Think of this vulnerability like a carefully stacked set of boxes. If you add just a little too much on top, the whole structure can topple over, allowing something unwanted to slip through. This vulnerability occurs due to improper handling of memory allocation in the software, allowing an attacker to overwrite memory contents and execute malicious code remotely.

What to do

If exploited, an attacker could push the system to execute arbitrary code, potentially taking control of your server! This could lead to data breaches, service disruptions, or worse, unauthorized access to sensitive information. To protect yourself, update to the latest version of Fuji Electric V-Server that addresses this vulnerability. Regularly audit your systems to ensure no outdated software remains in use. You've got this! By staying proactive with these updates, you’re bolstering your defenses against potential threats! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.03918 · 90.2th percentile
Weakness
CWE-122 · Heap-based Buffer Overflow
Published
2018-09-26T20:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 26 SEP 20:00Z
    Fuji Electric V-Server 4.0.3.0 and prior, A heap-based buffer overflow vulnerability has been identified, which may allow remote code execution
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