CVE-2019-5064: Buffer Overflow
First published: Fri Jan 03 2020(Updated: )
An exploitable heap buffer overflow vulnerability exists in the data structure persistence functionality of OpenCV, before version 4.2.0. A specially crafted JSON file can cause a buffer overflow, resulting in multiple heap corruptions and potentially code execution. An attacker can provide a specially crafted file to trigger this vulnerability.
Credit: talos-cna@cisco.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Opencv Opencv | >=4.0.0<4.2.0 | |
| Oracle Application Testing Suite | =13.3.0.1 | |
| Oracle Big Data Spatial And Graph | <2.0 | |
| Oracle Enterprise Manager Base Platform | =13.4.0.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2019-5064?
CVE-2019-5064 is a heap buffer overflow vulnerability in the data structure persistence functionality of OpenCV.
How does CVE-2019-5064 work?
CVE-2019-5064 can be exploited by providing a specially crafted JSON file that triggers a buffer overflow, leading to heap corruptions and potentially code execution.
Which software versions are affected by CVE-2019-5064?
OpenCV versions between 4.0.0 and 4.2.0 are affected by CVE-2019-5064.
How severe is CVE-2019-5064?
CVE-2019-5064 has a severity score of 8.8 (high).
How can I fix CVE-2019-5064?
Update OpenCV to version 4.2.0 or higher to fix CVE-2019-5064.
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