PHP 'phar.c' Heap Based Buffer Overflow Vulnerability

BID:106317

Info

PHP 'phar.c' Heap Based Buffer Overflow Vulnerability

Bugtraq ID: 106317
Class: Failure to Handle Exceptional Conditions
CVE:
Remote: Yes
Local: No
Published: Dec 03 2018 12:00AM
Updated: Dec 03 2018 12:00AM
Credit: cyoung
Vulnerable: PHP PHP 7.2.12
Not Vulnerable:

Discussion

PHP 'phar.c' Heap Based Buffer Overflow Vulnerability

PHP is prone to a heap-based buffer-overflow vulnerability.

Successfully exploiting this issue allow attackers to execute arbitrary code in the context of the affected application. Failed exploits will result in denial-of-service conditions.

PHP 7.2.12 is vulnerable; other versions may also be affected.

Exploit / POC

PHP 'phar.c' Heap Based Buffer Overflow Vulnerability

The researcher has created a proof-of-concept to demonstrate the issue. Please see the references for more information.

Solution / Fix

PHP 'phar.c' Heap Based Buffer Overflow Vulnerability

Solution:
Updates are available. Please see the references or vendor advisory for more information.

References

PHP 'phar.c' Heap Based Buffer Overflow Vulnerability

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