CVE-2020-24119: Buffer Overflow
First published: Fri May 14 2021(Updated: )
A heap buffer overflow read was discovered in upx 4.0.0, because the check in p_lx_elf.cpp is not perfect.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| UPX | =4.0.0 | |
| Fedoraproject Fedora | =33 | |
| Fedoraproject Fedora | =34 |
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Reference Links
- https://cwe.mitre.org/data/definitions/126.html
- https://github.com/upx/upx/issues/388
- https://lists.fedoraproject.org/archives/list/package-announce@lists.fedoraproject.org/message/JE54WKVU7MATB4WZD3MJFBAHFRJ3NTQX/
- https://lists.fedoraproject.org/archives/list/package-announce@lists.fedoraproject.org/message/VSQRO7YC72PSYDQG4PQLQYXZTZE3B4YV/
- https://lists.fedoraproject.org/archives/list/package-announce%40lists.fedoraproject.org/message/VSQRO7YC72PSYDQG4PQLQYXZTZE3B4YV/
- https://lists.fedoraproject.org/archives/list/package-announce%40lists.fedoraproject.org/message/JE54WKVU7MATB4WZD3MJFBAHFRJ3NTQX/
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-24119?
CVE-2020-24119 is a vulnerability that refers to a heap buffer overflow read discovered in upx 4.0.0.
What is the severity of CVE-2020-24119?
The severity of CVE-2020-24119 is high, with a CVSS score of 7.1.
Which software versions are affected by CVE-2020-24119?
CVE-2020-24119 affects upx 4.0.0, Fedora 33, and Fedora 34.
How can I fix CVE-2020-24119?
To fix CVE-2020-24119, it is recommended to update the affected software to the latest version.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2020-24119?
You can find more information about CVE-2020-24119 in the references provided.
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