CVE-2022-40159: Stack Overflow in JXPath
First published: Thu Oct 06 2022(Updated: )
** DISPUTED ** This record was originally reported by the oss-fuzz project who failed to consider the security context in which JXPath is intended to be used and failed to contact the JXPath maintainers prior to requesting the CVE allocation. The CVE was then allocated by Google in breach of the CNA rules. After review by the JXPath maintainers, the original report was found to be invalid.
Credit: cve-coordination@google.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Apache Commons Jxpath | <=1.3 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2022-40159?
CVE-2022-40159 refers to a vulnerability in Apache Commons Jxpath that was originally reported by the oss-fuzz project without considering the security context and without contacting the JXPath maintainers.
What is the severity of CVE-2022-40159?
The severity of CVE-2022-40159 is medium with a CVSS score of 6.5.
What software is affected by CVE-2022-40159?
The Apache Commons Jxpath version 1.3 is affected by CVE-2022-40159.
What is the Common Weakness Enumeration (CWE) for CVE-2022-40159?
The CWEs for CVE-2022-40159 are CWE-787 (Out-of-bounds Write) and CWE-121 (Stack-based Buffer Overflow).
Is there a fix available for CVE-2022-40159?
As of now, there is no official fix available for CVE-2022-40159. It is recommended to stay updated with the security advisories provided by Apache Commons Jxpath.
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