CVE-2020-1895: Integer Overflow

Published Apr 9, 2020
·
Updated

A large heap overflow could occur in Instagram for Android when attempting to upload an image with specially crafted dimensions. This affects versions prior to 128.0.0.26.128.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Facebook Instagram Android<128.0.0.26.128

Remediation

Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.

  1. Upgrade

    Upgrade Instagram (Android) to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 128.0.0.26.128

Event History

Apr 9, 2020
CVE Published
via MITRE·04:20 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·04:20 PM
DescriptionWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·05:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2020-1895?

CVE-2020-1895 is a vulnerability in Instagram for Android that allows a large heap overflow when uploading an image with specially crafted dimensions.

2

What is the severity of CVE-2020-1895?

The severity of CVE-2020-1895 is high, with a CVSS score of 7.8.

3

How does CVE-2020-1895 affect Instagram for Android?

CVE-2020-1895 affects versions of Instagram for Android prior to 128.0.0.26.128.

4

What is the fix for CVE-2020-1895?

To fix CVE-2020-1895, users should update Instagram for Android to version 128.0.0.26.128 or later.

5

Where can I find more information about CVE-2020-1895?

More information about CVE-2020-1895 can be found on the Facebook Security Advisories website.

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