CVE-2019-20199: Null Pointer Dereference
First published: Tue Dec 31 2019(Updated: )
An issue was discovered in ezXML 0.8.3 through 0.8.6. The function ezxml_decode, while parsing a crafted XML file, performs incorrect memory handling, leading to NULL pointer dereference while running strlen() on a NULL pointer.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Ezxml Project Ezxml | >=0.8.3<=0.8.6 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2019-20199?
CVE-2019-20199 is a vulnerability discovered in ezXML versions 0.8.3 through 0.8.6, which allows for a NULL pointer dereference while running strlen() on a NULL pointer when parsing a crafted XML file.
How does CVE-2019-20199 affect Ezxml Project Ezxml?
Ezxml Project Ezxml versions 0.8.3 through 0.8.6 are affected by CVE-2019-20199.
What is the severity of CVE-2019-20199?
The severity of CVE-2019-20199 is medium with a CVSS score of 6.5.
How can I fix CVE-2019-20199?
To fix CVE-2019-20199, it is recommended to update to a version of ezXML that is higher than 0.8.6.
Are there any references for CVE-2019-20199?
Yes, you can refer to this link for more information: https://sourceforge.net/p/ezxml/bugs/18/
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