CVE-2020-36120: Buffer Overflow
First published: Wed Apr 14 2021(Updated: )
Buffer Overflow in the "sixel_encoder_encode_bytes" function of Libsixel v1.8.6 allows attackers to cause a Denial of Service (DoS).
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Libsixel Project Libsixel | =1.8.6 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-36120?
CVE-2020-36120 is a Buffer Overflow vulnerability in the sixel_encoder_encode_bytes function of Libsixel v1.8.6.
What is the impact of CVE-2020-36120?
CVE-2020-36120 allows attackers to cause a Denial of Service (DoS).
How can I exploit CVE-2020-36120?
We do not provide information on how to exploit vulnerabilities.
How can I fix CVE-2020-36120?
Update to a patched version of Libsixel.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2020-36120?
You can find more information about CVE-2020-36120 at the following reference link: [GitHub](https://github.com/saitoha/libsixel/issues/143).
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