CWE
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Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2022-46289

First published: Fri Jul 21 2023(Updated: )

Multiple out-of-bounds write vulnerabilities exist in the ORCA format nAtoms functionality of Open Babel 3.1.1 and master commit 530dbfa3. A specially-crafted malformed file can lead to arbitrary code execution. An attacker can provide a malicious file to trigger this vulnerability.nAtoms calculation wrap-around, leading to a small buffer allocation

Credit: talos-cna@cisco.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Babel=3.1.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2022-46289?

    CVE-2022-46289 has a high severity due to its potential for arbitrary code execution through specially-crafted files.

  • How do I fix CVE-2022-46289?

    To mitigate CVE-2022-46289, upgrade to the latest version of Open Babel that resolves the out-of-bounds write vulnerabilities.

  • What types of attacks can CVE-2022-46289 facilitate?

    CVE-2022-46289 can facilitate attacks leading to arbitrary code execution by exploiting vulnerabilities in the nAtoms functionality.

  • Which versions of Open Babel are affected by CVE-2022-46289?

    CVE-2022-46289 affects Open Babel 3.1.1 and any prior versions up to the fix.

  • What should I do if I am using a vulnerable version of Open Babel affected by CVE-2022-46289?

    If you are using a vulnerable version of Open Babel impacted by CVE-2022-46289, you should immediately update to the patched version to ensure your systems are secure.

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