CVE-2022-30789: Buffer Overflow
A crafted NTFS image can cause a heap-based buffer overflow in ntfschecklogclientarray in NTFS-3G through 2021.8.22.
Affected Software
Remediation
Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.
- Upgrade
Upgrade
redhat/ntfs-3gto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 2022.5.17 - Upgrade
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alpine/ntfs-3gto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 2022.5.17-r0 - Upgrade
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debian/ntfs-3gto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 1:2022.5.17-1 - Upgrade
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debian/ntfs-3gto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 1:2022.10.3-1+deb12u3Fixed in 1:2022.10.3-1+deb12u4Fixed in 1:2022.10.3-5+deb13u2Fixed in 1:2022.10.3-5+deb13u3Fixed in 1:2026.9.28-2
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2022-30789?
CVE-2022-30789 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for causing a heap-based buffer overflow.
How do I fix CVE-2022-30789?
To mitigate CVE-2022-30789, update to a fixed version of ntfs-3g, such as 2022.5.17 or later.
Which systems are affected by CVE-2022-30789?
CVE-2022-30789 affects various systems running ntfs-3g versions up to 2021.8.22, including Debian and Fedora.
What types of attacks can exploit CVE-2022-30789?
CVE-2022-30789 can be exploited through specially crafted NTFS images that trigger a buffer overflow.
Is CVE-2022-30789 patched in latest distributions?
Yes, CVE-2022-30789 has been patched in the latest versions of ntfs-3g released after 2022.5.17.