CVE-2018-6390
CWE-119Published: January 29, 2018· Updated: Jun 17, 2026
Official Description
The WStr::assign function in kso.dll in Kingsoft WPS Office 10.1.0.7106 and 10.2.0.5978 does not validate the size of the source memory block before an _copy call, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (access violation and application crash) via a crafted (a) web page, (b) office document, or (c) .rtf file.
Technical Analysis
CVE-2018-6390 can be exploited remotely over the network without requiring physical or adjacent access, significantly expanding the attack surface for threat actors.
Exploitation does not require any privileges, though user interaction (Required) is needed, which slightly reduces the risk of mass automated attacks.
A successful exploit results in availability disruption (denial of service), with a CVSS base score of 6.5.
From a weakness classification perspective (CWE-119): Buffer overflow vulnerabilities can lead to arbitrary code execution or denial of service by corrupting adjacent memory.
CVSS v3.1 Vector Breakdown
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Quick Facts
Related CVEs (CWE-119)
Recommended Actions
- →Apply vendor patches immediately
- →Monitor CVE-2018-6390 in threat intel feeds
- →Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts