CVE-2019-15548
UnknownEPSS 1.62%
Last modified
CVE-2019-15548 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. An issue was discovered in the ncurses crate through 5.99.0 for Rust. There are instr and mvwinstr buffer overflows because interaction with C functions is mishandled.. EPSS estimates a 1.62% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
An issue was discovered in the ncurses crate through 5.99.0 for Rust. There are instr and mvwinstr buffer overflows because interaction with C functions is mishandled.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Ncurses Project | Ncurses | <= 5.99.0 |
References
- https://rustsec.org/advisories/RUSTSEC-2019-0006.htmlVendor Advisory
- https://rustsec.org/advisories/RUSTSEC-2019-0006.htmlVendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2019-15548?
An issue was discovered in the ncurses crate through 5.99.0 for Rust. There are instr and mvwinstr buffer overflows because interaction with C functions is mishandled.
How severe is CVE-2019-15548?
Severity scoring for CVE-2019-15548 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.62% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2019-15548?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
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