CVE-2023-38854: Buffer Overflow
First published: Tue Aug 15 2023(Updated: )
Buffer Overflow vulnerability in libxlsv.1.6.2 allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code and cause a denial of service via a crafted XLS file to the transcode_latin1_to_utf8 function in xlstool.c:296.
Credit: cve@mitre.org cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Libxls Project Libxls | =1.6.2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2023-38854?
CVE-2023-38854 is a buffer overflow vulnerability in libxlsv.1.6.2 that allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code and cause a denial of service.
How does CVE-2023-38854 affect Libxls Project Libxls?
CVE-2023-38854 affects Libxls Project Libxls version 1.6.2.
What is the severity of CVE-2023-38854?
The severity of CVE-2023-38854 is medium with a CVSS score of 6.5.
How can an attacker exploit CVE-2023-38854?
An attacker can exploit CVE-2023-38854 by crafting a malicious XLS file and sending it to the target, triggering the buffer overflow vulnerability.
Is there a fix or patch available for CVE-2023-38854?
At the time of writing, there is no available fix or patch for CVE-2023-38854. It is recommended to update to a patched version of Libxls Project Libxls when it becomes available.
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