CVE-2020-24371
First published: Mon Aug 17 2020(Updated: )
lgc.c in Lua 5.4.0 mishandles the interaction between barriers and the sweep phase, leading to a memory access violation involving collectgarbage.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Lua Lua | =5.4.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-24371?
CVE-2020-24371 is a vulnerability that affects Lua 5.4.0 and involves a memory access violation during the collectgarbage process.
What software versions are affected by CVE-2020-24371?
CVE-2020-24371 affects Lua 5.4.0.
What is the severity of CVE-2020-24371?
The severity of CVE-2020-24371 is medium with a severity value of 5.3.
How does CVE-2020-24371 occur?
CVE-2020-24371 occurs due to mishandling of the interaction between barriers and the sweep phase in Lua 5.4.0.
How can I fix CVE-2020-24371?
To fix CVE-2020-24371, update to a patched version of Lua 5.4.0 or a newer version that addresses the vulnerability.
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