CVE-2023-22652: Stack buffer overflow in "read_file" function
First published: Thu Jun 01 2023(Updated: )
A Buffer Copy without Checking Size of Input ('Classic Buffer Overflow') vulnerability in openSUSE libeconf leads to DoS via malformed config files. This issue affects libeconf: before 0.5.2.
Credit: meissner@suse.de meissner@suse.de
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| openSUSE libeconf | <0.5.2 |
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Reference Links
- https://bugzilla.suse.com/show_bug.cgi?id=CVE-2023-22652
- https://https://github.com/openSUSE/libeconf/issues/177
- https://lists.fedoraproject.org/archives/list/package-announce@lists.fedoraproject.org/message/SDD5GL5T3V5XZ3VFA4HPE6YGJ2K4HHPC/
- https://lists.fedoraproject.org/archives/list/package-announce@lists.fedoraproject.org/message/SMG5256D5I3GFA3RBAJQ2WYPJDYAIL74/
- https://lists.fedoraproject.org/archives/list/package-announce@lists.fedoraproject.org/message/YAYW7X753Z6GOJKVLQPXBDHISN6ZT233/
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2023-22652?
CVE-2023-22652 is a Buffer Copy without Checking Size of Input (Classic Buffer Overflow) vulnerability in openSUSE libeconf that leads to a DoS via malformed config files.
How does CVE-2023-22652 affect openSUSE libeconf?
CVE-2023-22652 affects openSUSE libeconf versions before 0.5.2.
What is the severity of CVE-2023-22652?
The severity of CVE-2023-22652 is medium, with a severity value of 6.5.
How can CVE-2023-22652 be exploited?
CVE-2023-22652 can be exploited by using malformed config files to trigger a buffer overflow.
Is there a fix available for CVE-2023-22652?
Yes, a fix is available for CVE-2023-22652 by updating to openSUSE libeconf version 0.5.2 or later.
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