CVE-2024-43700: Buffer Overflow
Last updated 9 January 2025
Other sources
xfpt versions prior to 1.01 fails to handle appropriately some parameters inside the input data, resulting in a stack-based buffer overflow vulnerability. When a user of the affected product is tricked to process a specially crafted file, arbitrary code may be executed on the user's environment.
— MITRE
Affected Software
Remediation
Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.
- Upgrade
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debian/xfptto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 0.11-1+deb12u1 - Upgrade
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debian/xfptto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 1.00-3 - Upgrade
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debian/xfptto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 0.11-1+deb12u1Fixed in 1.00-3 - Upgrade
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xfptto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 1.01
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-43700?
CVE-2024-43700 has been classified as a critical vulnerability due to its potential for arbitrary code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2024-43700?
To fix CVE-2024-43700, update to xfpt version 1.01 or newer.
What causes CVE-2024-43700?
CVE-2024-43700 is caused by a stack-based buffer overflow resulting from improper handling of parameters in input data.
Which software versions are affected by CVE-2024-43700?
All xfpt versions prior to 1.01 are affected by CVE-2024-43700.
What can an attacker do with CVE-2024-43700?
An attacker can execute arbitrary code on a user's system by tricking them into processing a specially crafted file.