CVE-2022-3620: Exim DMARC dmarc.c dmarc_dns_lookup use after free

Published Oct 20, 2022
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Updated

A vulnerability was found in Exim and classified as problematic. This issue affects the function dmarcdnslookup of the file dmarc.c of the component DMARC Handler. The manipulation leads to use after free. The attack may be initiated remotely. The name of the patch is 12fb3842f81bcbd4a4519d5728f2d7e0e3ca1445. It is recommended to apply a patch to fix this issue. The associated identifier of this vulnerability is VDB-211919.

Affected Software

5 affected components
Exim Exim=2022-10-18
fedoraproject fedora=35
fedoraproject fedora=36
fedoraproject fedora=37
Exim Exim>=4.95<4.97

Event History

Oct 20, 2022
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:00 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·08:15 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is vulnerability CVE-2022-3620?

Vulnerability CVE-2022-3620 is a problematic vulnerability found in Exim that affects the dmarc_dns_lookup function in the DMARC Handler component, leading to use after free.

2

How severe is CVE-2022-3620 vulnerability?

The severity of vulnerability CVE-2022-3620 is rated as critical with a severity value of 9.8.

3

Is remote exploitation possible with CVE-2022-3620 vulnerability?

Yes, remote exploitation is possible with CVE-2022-3620 vulnerability.

4

Which software versions are affected by CVE-2022-3620 vulnerability?

CVE-2022-3620 affects Exim versions 2022-10-18, Fedora 35, Fedora 36, and Fedora 37.

5

How can I fix CVE-2022-3620 vulnerability?

To fix CVE-2022-3620 vulnerability, it is recommended to apply the patch available at the provided reference links.

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