CVE-2020-28618: Out-of-bounds Read

Published Apr 18, 2022
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Updated

Multiple code execution vulnerabilities exists in the Nef polygon-parsing functionality of CGAL libcgal CGAL-5.1.1. A specially crafted malformed file can lead to an out-of-bounds read and type confusion, which could lead to code execution. An attacker can provide malicious input to trigger any of these vulnerabilities. An oob read vulnerability exists in NefS2/SNCioparser.h SNCioparser<EW>::readvertex() vh->shalfloop().

Affected Software

2 affected components
CGAL Computational Geometry Algorithms Library=5.1.1
Debian Debian Linux=10.0

Event History

Apr 18, 2022
CVE Published
via MITRE·04:56 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·04:56 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2020-28618?

The severity of CVE-2020-28618 is classified as high due to potential code execution risks.

2

How do I fix CVE-2020-28618?

To fix CVE-2020-28618, update to a patched version of CGAL that addresses the vulnerability.

3

What software is affected by CVE-2020-28618?

CVE-2020-28618 affects CGAL version 5.1.1 and Debian GNU/Linux 10.0.

4

Can CVE-2020-28618 lead to data loss?

While CVE-2020-28618 allows for code execution, it may also potentially lead to data loss depending on the actions of the attacker.

5

How does CVE-2020-28618 exploit code execution vulnerabilities?

CVE-2020-28618 exploits vulnerabilities through out-of-bounds reads and type confusion triggered by specially crafted input.

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