CVE-2018-6638 : Security Advisory and Response

Design Science MathType version 6.9c is affected by a stack-based buffer overflow vulnerability allowing Remote Code Execution. The issue has been resolved in version 6.9d.

Understanding CVE-2018-6638

A vulnerability in Design Science MathType version 6.9c that enables Remote Code Execution through a stack-based buffer overflow.

What is CVE-2018-6638?

This CVE identifies a stack-based buffer overflow vulnerability in Design Science MathType version 6.9c, allowing attackers to execute remote code.

The Impact of CVE-2018-6638

The vulnerability could be exploited by malicious actors to execute arbitrary code on affected systems, potentially leading to unauthorized access or system compromise.

Technical Details of CVE-2018-6638

Details regarding the vulnerability, affected systems, and exploitation mechanisms.

Vulnerability Description

The vulnerability involves a stack-based buffer overflow in a specific function call within Design Science MathType version 6.9c, where a corrupted offset value is passed as the first argument and a stack buffer as the second argument.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: Design Science MathType
Version: 6.9c

Exploitation Mechanism

Attackers can exploit this vulnerability by providing a corrupted offset value as the first argument and a stack buffer as the second argument in the function call, leading to remote code execution.

Mitigation and Prevention

Measures to address and prevent the CVE-2018-6638 vulnerability.

Immediate Steps to Take

Update Design Science MathType to version 6.9d, where the vulnerability has been resolved.
Monitor for any signs of unauthorized access or unusual system behavior.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update software and apply security patches promptly.
Implement network segmentation and access controls to limit the impact of potential breaches.

Patching and Updates

Ensure all software and systems are kept up to date with the latest security patches and versions.