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CVE-2023-51074: Buffer Overflow

First published: Wed Dec 27 2023(Updated: )

json-path is vulnerable to a denial of service, caused by a stack-based buffer overflow in the Criteria.parse method. By sending a specially crafted input, a remote attacker could exploit this vulnerability to cause an uncontrolled recursion, and results in a denial of service condition.

Credit: cve@mitre.org cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
maven/com.jayway.jsonpath:json-path>=2.2.0<2.9.0
2.9.0
IBM Cognos Analytics<=12.0.0-12.0.3
IBM Cognos Analytics<=11.2.0-11.2.4 FP4
jsonpath=2.8.0

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2023-51074?

    CVE-2023-51074 is classified as a denial of service vulnerability due to a stack-based buffer overflow.

  • How do I fix CVE-2023-51074?

    To remediate CVE-2023-51074, upgrade json-path to version 2.9.0 or later.

  • Which versions of json-path are affected by CVE-2023-51074?

    CVE-2023-51074 affects json-path versions up to 2.8.0.

  • Can CVE-2023-51074 be exploited remotely?

    Yes, a remote attacker can exploit CVE-2023-51074 by sending specially crafted input.

  • Which software products are impacted by CVE-2023-51074?

    CVE-2023-51074 impacts json-path and products like IBM Cognos Analytics versions up to 12.0.3.

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