CVE-2020-18773: Medium severity centos dos2unix vulnerability
Published Aug 23, 2021
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An invalid memory access in the decode function in iptc.cpp of Exiv2 0.27.99.0 allows attackers to cause a denial of service (DOS) via a crafted tif file.
Affected Software
1 affected component
exiv2 exiv2=0.27.99.0
Event History
Aug 23, 2021
CVE Published
12:00 AM
Data Sourced
12:00 AM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2020-18773?
CVE-2020-18773 has a severity rating that indicates it can lead to a denial of service due to an invalid memory access.
2
How do I fix CVE-2020-18773?
To fix CVE-2020-18773, you should upgrade to the latest version of Exiv2 that addresses this vulnerability.
3
What systems are affected by CVE-2020-18773?
CVE-2020-18773 specifically affects Exiv2 version 0.27.99.0.
4
What type of attack does CVE-2020-18773 enable?
CVE-2020-18773 enables attackers to execute a denial of service attack by using a crafted tif file.
5
Are there any workarounds for CVE-2020-18773?
There are no widely recommended workarounds for CVE-2020-18773, so upgrading is the best course of action.