CVE-2018-18194

CVE-2018-18194 is a high-severity vulnerability in Linuxsampler Libgig with a CVSS 3.x base score of 8.8. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-125.

Key facts

Description

An issue was discovered in libgig 4.1.0. There is a heap-based buffer over-read in DLS::Region::GetSample() in DLS.cpp.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2018-18194?
An issue was discovered in libgig 4.1.0. There is a heap-based buffer over-read in DLS::Region::GetSample() in DLS.cpp.
How severe is CVE-2018-18194?
CVE-2018-18194 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 8.8, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.
Is CVE-2018-18194 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (64th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2018-18194?
CVE-2018-18194 affects Linuxsampler Libgig. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2018-18194?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2018-18194 published?
CVE-2018-18194 was published on 2018-10-09 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (1)

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