CVE-2020-8215: Buffer Overflow
Published Jul 20, 2020
·Updated
A buffer overflow is present in canvas version <= 1.6.9, which could lead to a Denial of Service or execution of arbitrary code when it processes a user-provided image.
Affected Software
1 affected component
Automattic Canvas Node.js<=1.6.9
Event History
Jul 20, 2020
CVE Published
via MITRE·03:01 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·03:01 PM
DescriptionWeakness
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is CVE-2020-8215?
CVE-2020-8215 is a buffer overflow vulnerability in Canvas version <= 1.6.9.
2
How can CVE-2020-8215 impact my system?
CVE-2020-8215 can lead to a Denial of Service or execution of arbitrary code when processing a user-provided image.
3
Which software versions are affected by CVE-2020-8215?
The Canvas software version <= 1.6.9 is affected by CVE-2020-8215.
4
What is the severity of CVE-2020-8215?
CVE-2020-8215 has a severity rating of 8.8, which is considered high.
5
Is there a fix available for CVE-2020-8215?
It is recommended to update to a version of Canvas that is higher than 1.6.9 to mitigate CVE-2020-8215.