https://seclists.org/oss-sec/2024/q2/233: [vim-security] buffer-overlow in xxd with colod output < v9.1.0404

Published May 10, 2024
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Updated

Affected Software

1 affected component
vim Vim<9.1.0404

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2024-2340?

The severity of CVE-2024-2340 is classified as low.

2

How do I fix CVE-2024-2340?

To fix CVE-2024-2340, update Vim to the latest version that has patched this vulnerability.

3

What software is affected by CVE-2024-2340?

CVE-2024-2340 affects Vim versions lower than 9.1.0404.

4

What is the nature of CVE-2024-2340?

CVE-2024-2340 is a buffer overflow vulnerability that occurs when outputting colored hexdumps using specific command line flags.

5

Is there a workaround for CVE-2024-2340?

A temporary workaround for CVE-2024-2340 is to avoid using the -R flag with xxd while outputting colored output.

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