CVE-2020-24342: Buffer Overflow

Published Aug 13, 2020
·
Updated

Lua through 5.4.0 allows a stack redzone cross in luaOpushvfstring because a protection mechanism wrongly calls luaDcallnoyield twice in a row.

Affected Software

2 affected components
Lua LPeg=5.4.0
fedoraproject fedora=33

Event History

Aug 13, 2020
CVE Published
via MITRE·06:54 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·06:54 PM
Description

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2020-24342?

The severity of CVE-2020-24342 is high with a severity value of 7.8.

2

What software is affected by CVE-2020-24342?

Lua version 5.4.0 and Fedora version 33 are affected by CVE-2020-24342.

3

How can I fix CVE-2020-24342?

To fix CVE-2020-24342, update your Lua installation to a version that includes the patch provided in the reference links.

4

Where can I find more information about CVE-2020-24342?

You can find more information about CVE-2020-24342 in the reference links provided.

5

What is the CWE ID of CVE-2020-24342?

The CWE ID of CVE-2020-24342 is 119.

Contact

SecAlerts Pty Ltd.
132 Wickham Terrace
Fortitude Valley,
QLD 4006, Australia
info@secalerts.co
By using SecAlerts services, you agree to our services end-user license agreement. This website is safeguarded by reCAPTCHA and governed by the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service. All names, logos, and brands of products are owned by their respective owners, and any usage of these names, logos, and brands for identification purposes only does not imply endorsement. If you possess any content that requires removal, please get in touch with us.
© 2026 SecAlerts Pty Ltd.
ABN: 70 645 966 203, ACN: 645 966 203