CVE-2019-8275CWE-170

UltraVNC revision 1211 has multiple improper null termination vulnerabilities in VNC server code, which result in out-of-bound data being accessed by remote…

published March 9, 2019

CVSS
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EPSS
4%
Percentile
90.4
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ Oops, UltraVNC's got a bit of a slippery slope problem with improper null termination! This means remote users might just access data they shouldn't be touching. 🔥 Think of it like a restaurant that accidentally leaves a side door unlocked. Anyone passing by can just waltz in and grab what's on the table without a second glance! This vulnerability opens a door for unauthorized users to reach sensitive data. If exploited, it could lead to data leaks or unauthorized system access, which is absolutely devastating for your privacy!

Put simply

Think of it like a restaurant that accidentally leaves a side door unlocked. Anyone passing by can just waltz in and grab what's on the table without a second glance! Multiple improper null termination vulnerabilities in UltraVNC's server code allow for out-of-bound data access by remote users. The exploit can be attempted over a network connection, making it surprisingly sneaky!

What to do

This vulnerability opens a door for unauthorized users to reach sensitive data. If exploited, it could lead to data leaks or unauthorized system access, which is absolutely devastating for your privacy! Update UltraVNC to revision 1212 to patch these vulnerabilities immediately. Ensure that your configurations are tightened up to prevent unauthorized access from the outside. Regularly audit your VNC setup to maintain security! You've got this! With the right updates in place, your UltraVNC setup will be more secure than ever! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.03970 · 90.4th percentile
Weakness
CWE-170 · Improper Null Termination
Published
2019-03-09T00:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 09 MAR 00:00Z
    UltraVNC revision 1211 has multiple improper null termination vulnerabilities in VNC server code, which result in out-of-bound data being accessed by remote…
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