CVE-2020-7828
First published: Thu Jul 30 2020(Updated: )
DaviewIndy 8.98.4 and earlier version contain Heap-based overflow vulnerability, triggered when the user opens a malformed specific file that is mishandled by Daview.exe. Attackers could exploit this and arbitrary code execution.
Credit: vuln@krcert.or.kr
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Hmtalk Daviewindy | <=8.98.4 | |
| Microsoft Windows |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-7828?
CVE-2020-7828 is a vulnerability in DaviewIndy 8.98.4 and earlier versions, which allows for a heap-based overflow triggered by opening a malformed specific file.
How does CVE-2020-7828 affect DaviewIndy?
CVE-2020-7828 affects DaviewIndy 8.98.4 and earlier versions by allowing attackers to exploit the vulnerability and execute arbitrary code.
What is the severity of CVE-2020-7828?
The severity of CVE-2020-7828 is high, with a CVSS score of 7.8.
How can CVE-2020-7828 be exploited?
CVE-2020-7828 can be exploited by opening a malformed specific file that is mishandled by Daview.exe.
Is Microsoft Windows affected by CVE-2020-7828?
No, Microsoft Windows is not vulnerable to CVE-2020-7828.
- collector/nvd-index
- vendor/hmtalk
- canonical/hmtalk daviewindy
- version/hmtalk daviewindy/8.98.4
- vendor/microsoft
- canonical/microsoft windows