CVE-2017-20229
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CVE-2017-20229 is a critical-severity vulnerability rated 9.8/10 on the CVSS scale. MAWK 1.3.3-17 and prior contains a stack-based buffer overflow vulnerability that allows attackers to execute arbitrary code by exploiting inadequate boundary checks on user-supplied input. Attackers can craft malicious input that overflows the stack buffer and execute a return-oriented programming chain to spawn a shell with application privileges.. EPSS estimates a 0.60% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
MAWK 1.3.3-17 and prior contains a stack-based buffer overflow vulnerability that allows attackers to execute arbitrary code by exploiting inadequate boundary checks on user-supplied input. Attackers can craft malicious input that overflows the stack buffer and execute a return-oriented programming chain to spawn a shell with application privileges.
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Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Invisible-Island | Mawk | <= 1.3.3-17 |
References
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/42357Exploit, VDB Entry
- https://www.vulncheck.com/advisories/mawk-17-stack-based-buffer-overflowThird Party Advisory
Timeline
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- Status
- Analyzed
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