CVE-2020-28627: 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>::readvolume() ch->shellentryobjects().

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-2020-28627?

CVE-2020-28627 has a severity rating that indicates it can lead to code execution due to multiple vulnerabilities in the CGAL library.

2

How do I fix CVE-2020-28627?

To fix CVE-2020-28627, update the CGAL library to a patched version or apply relevant security updates provided by your operating system vendor.

3

What systems are affected by CVE-2020-28627?

CVE-2020-28627 affects CGAL version 5.1.1 and systems like Debian GNU/Linux 10.0 that utilize this library.

4

What types of vulnerabilities are present in CVE-2020-28627?

CVE-2020-28627 includes out-of-bounds read and type confusion vulnerabilities specifically related to polygon-parsing functionality.

5

Can CVE-2020-28627 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2020-28627 can be exploited remotely if an attacker provides a specially crafted malformed file to the affected application.

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