CVE-2020-25713: Input Validation

Published Nov 23, 2020
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Updated

A malformed input file can lead to a segfault due to an out of bounds array access in raptorxmlwriterstartelementcommon.

Affected Software

5 affected componentsFixes available
debian/raptor2
2.0.14-1.22.0.15-42.0.16-5
Librdf Raptor Rdf Syntax Library=2.0.15
Fedoraproject Fedora=32
Fedoraproject Fedora=33
Debian Debian Linux=9.0

Event History

Nov 23, 2020
Data Sourced
via Red Hat·02:24 PM
DescriptionSeverityAffected Software
May 13, 2021
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:27 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:27 PM
DescriptionWeakness
Mar 3, 2025
Data Sourced
via Ubuntu·06:26 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityAffected Software
Data Sourced
via Launchpad·06:27 PM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2020-25713?

CVE-2020-25713 is a vulnerability that occurs due to a malformed input file, leading to a segmentation fault caused by an out-of-bounds array access in raptor_xml_writer_start_element_common.

2

What is the severity of CVE-2020-25713?

The severity of CVE-2020-25713 is medium, with a severity value of 6.5.

3

Which software is affected by CVE-2020-25713?

The affected software includes Librdf Raptor Rdf Syntax Library version 2.0.15, Fedoraproject Fedora versions 32 and 33, and Debian Debian Linux version 9.0.

4

How can CVE-2020-25713 be exploited?

CVE-2020-25713 can be exploited by providing a malformed input file to the affected software, triggering the out-of-bounds array access and resulting in a segmentation fault.

5

Is there a fix available for CVE-2020-25713?

Yes, patches and updates have been released by the respective vendors to address CVE-2020-25713. It is recommended to update the affected software to the latest version.

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