CVE-2020-15570
First published: Mon Jul 06 2020(Updated: )
Last updated 24 July 2024
Credit: cve@mitre.org cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Whoopsie Project Whoopsie | <=0.2.69 |
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Reference Links
- https://github.com/sungjungk/whoopsie_killer2/blob/master/README.md
- https://github.com/sungjungk/whoopsie_killer2/blob/master/whoopsie_killer2.py
- https://launchpad.net/ubuntu/+source/whoopsie
- https://usn.ubuntu.com/4450-1/
- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oZXGwC7PWYE
- https://launchpad.net/bugs/cve/CVE-2020-15570
- https://security-tracker.debian.org/tracker/CVE-2020-15570
- https://cve.mitre.org/cgi-bin/cvename.cgi?name=CVE-2020-15570
- https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2020-15570
- https://ubuntu.com/security/CVE-2020-15570
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the vulnerability ID for this vulnerability?
The vulnerability ID for this vulnerability is CVE-2020-15570.
What is the severity of CVE-2020-15570?
The severity of CVE-2020-15570 is medium with a severity score of 5.5.
How does the parse_report() function in Whoopsie through 0.2.69 mishandle memory allocation?
The parse_report() function in Whoopsie through 0.2.69 mishandles memory allocation failures, which can lead to a denial of service.
How can an attacker exploit this vulnerability?
An attacker can exploit this vulnerability by causing a denial of service through a malformed crash file.
Are there any available remedies for this vulnerability?
Yes, there are available remedies for this vulnerability depending on the affected software version.
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