CWE
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Advisory Published
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CVE-2020-27797: Buffer Overflow

First published: Thu Aug 25 2022(Updated: )

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

Credit: secalert@redhat.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
UPX=4.0.0

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • What is the severity of CVE-2020-27797?

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

  • 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.

  • 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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