CVE-2018-3978 : Security Advisory and Response
Learn about CVE-2018-3978, a high-severity vulnerability in Atlantis Word Processor versions 3.0.2.3 and 3.0.2.5. Understand the impact, affected systems, exploitation method, and mitigation steps.
A vulnerability in the Word Document parser of Atlantis Word Processor versions 3.0.2.3 and 3.0.2.5 allows for an out-of-bounds write weakness, leading to a buffer overflow when a crafted document is opened.
Understanding CVE-2018-3978
This CVE involves a heap-based buffer overflow vulnerability in Atlantis Word Processor.
What is CVE-2018-3978?
An exploitable flaw in the Word Document parser of Atlantis Word Processor versions 3.0.2.3 and 3.0.2.5 allows attackers to trigger a buffer overflow by exceeding memory limits with a specially crafted document.
The Impact of CVE-2018-3978
- CVSS Base Score: 8.8 (High)
- Attack Vector: Network
- Attack Complexity: Low
- Privileges Required: None
- User Interaction: Required
- Confidentiality Impact: High
- Integrity Impact: High
- Availability Impact: High
Technical Details of CVE-2018-3978
This section provides detailed technical information about the vulnerability.
Vulnerability Description
The vulnerability allows a crafted document to cause Atlantis Word Processor to exceed allocated memory limits, resulting in a buffer overflow.
Affected Systems and Versions
- Affected Product: Atlantis Word Processor
- Vendor: The Atlantis Word Processor Team
- Affected Versions: 3.0.2.3, 3.0.2.5
Exploitation Mechanism
To exploit this flaw, an attacker needs to convince a target to open a malicious document, triggering the buffer overflow.
Mitigation and Prevention
Protective measures to address and prevent the CVE-2018-3978 vulnerability.
Immediate Steps to Take
- Update Atlantis Word Processor to a patched version.
- Avoid opening documents from untrusted or unknown sources.
- Implement security awareness training to recognize phishing attempts.
Long-Term Security Practices
- Regularly update software and apply security patches.
- Use endpoint protection solutions to detect and prevent malicious activities.
- Conduct security assessments and penetration testing to identify vulnerabilities.
Patching and Updates
Ensure timely installation of security patches and updates to mitigate the risk of exploitation.