CVE-2022-3509: Parsing issue in protobuf textformat
First published: Tue Nov 01 2022(Updated: )
protobuf-java core and lite are vulnerable to a denial of service, caused by a flaw in the parsing procedure for textformat data. By sending non-repeated embedded messages with repeated or unknown fields, a remote authenticated attacker could exploit this vulnerability to cause long garbage collection pauses.
Credit: cve-coordination@google.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| redhat/protobuf-java | <3.21.7 | 3.21.7 |
| redhat/protobuf-java | <3.20.3 | 3.20.3 |
| redhat/protobuf-java | <3.19.6 | 3.19.6 |
| redhat/protobuf-java | <3.16.3 | 3.16.3 |
| IBM Security Verify Governance | <=10.0 | |
| Google Protobuf-java | >=3.16.0<3.16.3 | |
| Google Protobuf-java | >=3.19.0<3.19.6 | |
| Google Protobuf-java | >=3.20.0<3.20.3 | |
| Google Protobuf-java | >=3.21.0<3.21.7 | |
| Google Protobuf-javalite | >=3.16.0<3.16.3 | |
| Google Protobuf-javalite | >=3.17.0<3.19.6 | |
| Google Protobuf-javalite | >=3.20.0<3.20.3 | |
| Google Protobuf-javalite | >=3.21.0<3.21.7 |
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Reference Links
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/239915
- https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/7047640 (Advisory)
- https://github.com/protocolbuffers/protobuf/commit/a3888f53317a8018e7a439bac4abeb8f3425d5e9
- https://access.redhat.com/security/cve/CVE-2022-3171
- https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2023:1855
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi/show_bug.cgi?id=2209567
- https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2023:3815
- https://access.redhat.com/security/cve/cve-2022-3509
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=2184161
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2022-3509?
CVE-2022-3509 is a vulnerability in protobuf-java core and lite that allows a remote authenticated attacker to cause a denial of service by exploiting a flaw in the parsing procedure for textformat data.
What is the severity of CVE-2022-3509?
The severity of CVE-2022-3509 is medium with a CVSS score of 5.7.
How can an attacker exploit CVE-2022-3509?
An attacker can exploit CVE-2022-3509 by sending non-repeated embedded messages with repeated or unknown fields.
Which software versions are affected by CVE-2022-3509?
The affected software versions are protobuf-java 3.21.7, 3.20.3, 3.19.6, and 3.16.3.
How do I fix CVE-2022-3509?
To fix CVE-2022-3509, update protobuf-java to version 3.21.7 or apply the appropriate fix provided by the vendor.
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