CVE-2020-6860: Buffer Overflow
First published: Mon Jan 13 2020(Updated: )
libmysofa 0.9.1 has a stack-based buffer overflow in readDataVar in hdf/dataobject.c during the reading of a header message attribute.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Symonics libmysofa | =0.9.1 | |
| Fedoraproject Fedora | =34 | |
| Fedoraproject Fedora | =35 |
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Reference Links
- https://github.com/hoene/libmysofa/issues/96
- https://lists.fedoraproject.org/archives/list/package-announce@lists.fedoraproject.org/message/PGQ45S4RH7MC42NHTAGOIHYR4C5IRTMZ/
- https://lists.fedoraproject.org/archives/list/package-announce@lists.fedoraproject.org/message/WGY7TAZX2M4NYXXGNHIBBKKN5XMSMKQ4/
- https://lists.fedoraproject.org/archives/list/package-announce%40lists.fedoraproject.org/message/WGY7TAZX2M4NYXXGNHIBBKKN5XMSMKQ4/
- https://lists.fedoraproject.org/archives/list/package-announce%40lists.fedoraproject.org/message/PGQ45S4RH7MC42NHTAGOIHYR4C5IRTMZ/
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-6860?
CVE-2020-6860 is a vulnerability in libmysofa 0.9.1 that allows for a stack-based buffer overflow during the reading of a header message attribute.
What is the severity of CVE-2020-6860?
CVE-2020-6860 has a severity rating of 8.8 (high).
Which software versions are affected by CVE-2020-6860?
CVE-2020-6860 affects libmysofa 0.9.1, Fedora 34, and Fedora 35.
How can I fix CVE-2020-6860?
To fix CVE-2020-6860, it is recommended to update libmysofa to a version that addresses the vulnerability.
Are there any references for CVE-2020-6860?
Yes, references for CVE-2020-6860 can be found at the following links: [Link 1](https://github.com/hoene/libmysofa/issues/96), [Link 2](https://lists.fedoraproject.org/archives/list/package-announce@lists.fedoraproject.org/message/PGQ45S4RH7MC42NHTAGOIHYR4C5IRTMZ/), [Link 3](https://lists.fedoraproject.org/archives/list/package-announce@lists.fedoraproject.org/message/WGY7TAZX2M4NYXXGNHIBBKKN5XMSMKQ4/)
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