CVE-2019-19555
MEDIUMCVSS 5.5/10EPSS 1.07%
Last modified
CVE-2019-19555 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.5/10 on the CVSS scale. read_textobject in read.c in Xfig fig2dev 3.2.7b has a stack-based buffer overflow because of an incorrect sscanf.. EPSS estimates a 1.07% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
read_textobject in read.c in Xfig fig2dev 3.2.7b has a stack-based buffer overflow because of an incorrect sscanf.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions | Update |
|---|---|---|---|
| Xfig Project | Xfig | 3.2.7 | B |
References
- https://sourceforge.net/p/mcj/tickets/55/Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://sourceforge.net/p/mcj/tickets/55/Exploit, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2019-19555?
read_textobject in read.c in Xfig fig2dev 3.2.7b has a stack-based buffer overflow because of an incorrect sscanf.
How severe is CVE-2019-19555?
CVE-2019-19555 has a CVSS score of 5.5/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.07% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2019-19555?
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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