CVE-2019-19590: Integer Overflow

Published Dec 5, 2019
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Updated

In radare2 through 4.0, there is an integer overflow for the variable newtokensize in the function rasmmassemble at libr/asm/asm.c. This integer overflow will result in a Use-After-Free for the buffer tokens, which can be filled with arbitrary malicious data after the free. This allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (application crash) or possibly execute arbitrary code via crafted input.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Radare Radare2<=4.0.0

Event History

Dec 5, 2019
CVE Published
via MITRE·01:55 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·01:55 AM
Description

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2019-19590?

CVE-2019-19590 has a medium severity rating due to the potential for remote code execution via a use-after-free vulnerability.

2

How do I fix CVE-2019-19590?

To fix CVE-2019-19590, upgrade to radare2 version 4.0.1 or later where the vulnerability has been patched.

3

What causes the vulnerability CVE-2019-19590?

CVE-2019-19590 is caused by an integer overflow in the r_asm_massemble function which leads to a use-after-free condition.

4

Which versions of radare2 are affected by CVE-2019-19590?

CVE-2019-19590 affects all versions of radare2 up to and including version 4.0.0.

5

What kind of attack can CVE-2019-19590 enable?

CVE-2019-19590 can enable a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code due to the use-after-free vulnerability in the software.

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