# CVE-2018-11129: vcftools: The header::add_INFO_descriptor function in header.cpp in VCFtools 0.1.15 allows remote attackers to cause a denial o...

CVE-2018-11129 is fixed in vcftools on 1 platform by vcftools 0.1.15-1ubuntu0.1~esm1 (version 0.1.15-1ubuntu0.1~esm1), released July 25, 2019. It is not reported as exploited. Patch Radar priority: Routine.

- Web page: https://patchblox.com/security/cve/CVE-2018-11129
- Priority: Routine
- CVSS: n/a (Low)
- EPSS: 0.0141
- CISA KEV: not listed
- Exploited (vendor report): no
- Publicly disclosed: no
- Published: May 16, 2018

## Description

The header::add_INFO_descriptor function in header.cpp in VCFtools 0.1.15 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (use-after-free) or possibly have unspecified other impact via a crafted vcf file.

## Where it's fixed

| Platform | Product | Fixed in | Fix | Released |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Linux | vcftools Ubuntu 18.04.6 LTS (bionic) | 0.1.15-1ubuntu0.1~esm1 | [vcftools 0.1.15-1ubuntu0.1~esm1](https://patchblox.com/security/data/fix/linux/ubuntu-bionic-vcftools-0.1.15-1ubuntu0.1-esm1.md) | Jul 25, 2019 |

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