CVE-2022-0417: Heap-based Buffer Overflow in vim/vim
First published: Tue Feb 01 2022(Updated: )
Heap-based Buffer Overflow GitHub repository vim/vim prior to 8.2.
Credit: security@huntr.dev
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| SUSE Vim | <8.2.4245 | |
| Red Hat Fedora | =34 | |
| Red Hat Fedora | =35 | |
| Debian Linux | =9.0 | |
| Debian Linux | =10.0 |
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Reference Links
- https://github.com/vim/vim/commit/652dee448618589de5528a9e9a36995803f5557a
- https://huntr.dev/bounties/fc86bc8d-c866-4ade-8b7f-e49cec306d1a
- https://lists.debian.org/debian-lts-announce/2022/06/msg00014.html
- https://lists.debian.org/debian-lts-announce/2022/11/msg00009.html
- https://lists.fedoraproject.org/archives/list/package-announce@lists.fedoraproject.org/message/7ZLEHVP4LNAGER4ZDGUDS5V5YVQD6INF/
- https://lists.fedoraproject.org/archives/list/package-announce@lists.fedoraproject.org/message/UFXFAILMLUIK4MBUEZO4HNBNKYZRJ5AP/
- https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/202208-32
- https://lists.fedoraproject.org/archives/list/package-announce%40lists.fedoraproject.org/message/UFXFAILMLUIK4MBUEZO4HNBNKYZRJ5AP/
- https://lists.fedoraproject.org/archives/list/package-announce%40lists.fedoraproject.org/message/7ZLEHVP4LNAGER4ZDGUDS5V5YVQD6INF/
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2022-0417?
CVE-2022-0417 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for exploitation via heap-based buffer overflow.
How do I fix CVE-2022-0417?
To fix CVE-2022-0417, update Vim to version 8.2.4245 or later.
Which software versions are affected by CVE-2022-0417?
CVE-2022-0417 affects Vim prior to version 8.2.4245 and certain versions of Fedora and Debian Linux.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2022-0417?
CVE-2022-0417 is a heap-based buffer overflow vulnerability.
Can CVE-2022-0417 potentially allow remote code execution?
Yes, the exploitation of CVE-2022-0417 through heap-based buffer overflow may lead to remote code execution.
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