CVE-2020-27797: Buffer Overflow

Published Aug 25, 2022
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Updated

An invalid memory address reference was discovered in the elflookup function in plxelf.cpp in UPX 4.0.0 via a crafted Mach-O file.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Upx Project Upx=4.0.0

Event History

Aug 25, 2022
CVE Published
via MITRE·07:37 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·07:37 PM
DescriptionWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2020-27797?

CVE-2020-27797 is a vulnerability in UPX 4.0.0 that allows for an invalid memory address reference in the elf_lookup function.

2

How does CVE-2020-27797 affect UPX?

CVE-2020-27797 affects UPX 4.0.0 by enabling a crafted Mach-O file to trigger an invalid memory address reference in the elf_lookup function.

3

What is the severity of CVE-2020-27797?

CVE-2020-27797 has a severity rating of medium with a score of 5.5.

4

How can I fix CVE-2020-27797 in UPX?

To fix CVE-2020-27797, it is recommended to update UPX to version 4.0.1 or later, as this vulnerability is addressed in the release.

5

Where can I find more information about CVE-2020-27797?

More information about CVE-2020-27797 can be found at the official GitHub repository for UPX, specifically in issue #390.

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