CVE-2020-23909: High severity advancemame vulnerability

Published Jul 18, 2023
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Updated

Heap-based buffer over-read in function pngconvert4 in file pngex.cc in AdvanceMAME through 2.1.

Affected Software

1 affected component
AdvanceMAME AdvanceMAME<=2.1

Event History

Jul 18, 2023
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2020-23909?

CVE-2020-23909 is a vulnerability in the AdvanceMAME software through version 2.1 that allows for a heap-based buffer over-read in the png_convert_4 function.

2

How severe is CVE-2020-23909?

CVE-2020-23909 has a severity rating of 7.1 (high).

3

How does CVE-2020-23909 affect AdvanceMAME?

CVE-2020-23909 affects AdvanceMAME versions up to and including 2.1.

4

What is the Common Weakness Enumeration (CWE) ID for CVE-2020-23909?

The CWE ID for CVE-2020-23909 is 125.

5

Is there a fix available for CVE-2020-23909?

At the time of writing, there is no known fix available for CVE-2020-23909. It is recommended to stay updated with the latest software releases and patches from the vendor.

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