PatchTheCVECVE-2018-18599: Stegdetect through 2018-05-26 has an out-of-bounds write in f5_compress in the f5.c file.
CVE-2018-18599 is a high-severity flaw (CVSS 8.8) affecting stegdetect. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
Stegdetect through 2018-05-26 has an out-of-bounds write in f5_compress in the f5.c file.
Why this priority
- High severity
- Public exploit reference
A fixed release or distro patch exists.
Risk facts
| CVSS score | 8.8 (High) |
| Attack vector | Network (remote) |
| Attack complexity | Low |
| Privileges needed | None |
| User interaction | Required |
| EPSS exploit chance | 1.5% (top 26%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Weakness | CWE-787 |
| Published | 2018-10-23 |
| Last modified | 2026-06-17 |
Last updated 2026-06-17 · Sources: CVE Program, NVD, CISA KEV, EPSS and vendor advisories · How we score
Am I affected?
Timeline
- Published CVE record published
- Updated Record last modified
Scores and fixes here are computed automatically from those and other public sources. Confirm with the vendor advisory before changing production systems.
Quick answers
How do I fix CVE-2018-18599?
stegdetect: upgrade to newer than 0.6. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2018-18599 being exploited?
CVE-2018-18599 is not on the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities list at the time of the last update. Check again, as this can change.
What does CVE-2018-18599 affect?
CVE-2018-18599 affects stegdetect. Severity is high (CVSS 8.8). Stegdetect through 2018-05-26 has an out-of-bounds write in f5_compress in the f5.c file.
How urgent is CVE-2018-18599?
Priority 54/100. High severity; Public exploit reference