CVE-2018-25278
CWE-120Published: April 26, 2026· Updated: Apr 27, 2026
Official Description
PicaJet FX 2.6.5 contains a denial of service vulnerability that allows local attackers to crash the application by submitting oversized input to registration fields. Attackers can paste a 6000-byte buffer into the Registration Name and Registration Key fields via the Help menu's Register PicaJet dialog to trigger an application crash.
Technical Analysis
CVE-2018-25278 requires local access, meaning attackers must already have a foothold on the target system.
The vulnerability requires no privileges and no user interaction, making it a prime target for automated exploitation campaigns and worm-like propagation.
A successful exploit results in availability disruption (denial of service), with a CVSS base score of 6.2.
CVSS v3.1 Vector Breakdown
Exploit & PoC Resources
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Quick Facts
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Recommended Actions
- →Apply vendor patches immediately
- →Monitor CVE-2018-25278 in threat intel feeds
- →Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts