CVE-2020-36066
First published: Tue Jan 05 2021(Updated: )
GJSON <1.6.5 allows attackers to cause a denial of service (remote) via crafted JSON.
Credit: cve@mitre.org cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Gjson Project Gjson | <1.6.5 |
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Reference Links
- https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2020-36066
- https://github.com/tidwall/gjson/issues/195
- https://github.com/tidwall/gjson/issues/195#issuecomment-755303148
- https://github.com/tidwall/match/commit/c2f534168b739a7ec1821a33839fb2f029f26bbc
- https://github.com/tidwall/gjson/commit/9f58baa7a613f89dfdc764c39e47fd3a15606153
- https://pkg.go.dev/vuln/GO-2022-0957
- https://github.com/advisories/GHSA-wjm3-fq3r-5x46 (Advisory)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-36066?
CVE-2020-36066 is a vulnerability that allows attackers to cause a denial of service (remote) via crafted JSON in GJSON versions prior to 1.6.5.
How severe is CVE-2020-36066?
CVE-2020-36066 has a severity score of 7.5, which is considered high.
What software is affected by CVE-2020-36066?
GJSON versions prior to 1.6.5 are affected by CVE-2020-36066.
How can the CVE-2020-36066 vulnerability be exploited?
The CVE-2020-36066 vulnerability can be exploited by sending crafted JSON payloads to the affected software, causing a denial of service.
Is there a fix for CVE-2020-36066?
Yes, the fix for CVE-2020-36066 is to update the GJSON software to version 1.6.5 or later.
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