CVE-2023-36192: Buffer Overflow
Published Jun 23, 2023
·Updated
Sngrep v1.6.0 was discovered to contain a heap buffer overflow via the function capturewscheckpacket at /src/capture.c.
Affected Software
1 affected component
irontec Sngrep=1.6.0
Event History
Jun 23, 2023
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·02:15 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2023-36192?
CVE-2023-36192 has been classified with a high severity due to the presence of a heap buffer overflow.
2
How do I fix CVE-2023-36192?
To fix CVE-2023-36192, upgrade to the latest version of Sngrep that addresses this vulnerability.
3
What versions of Sngrep are affected by CVE-2023-36192?
CVE-2023-36192 specifically affects Sngrep version 1.6.0.
4
What is the potential impact of exploiting CVE-2023-36192?
Exploiting CVE-2023-36192 could lead to arbitrary code execution and system compromise.
5
Is there a workaround for CVE-2023-36192 until a patch is applied?
Currently, there is no documented workaround for CVE-2023-36192, so upgrading is recommended as soon as possible.