CVE-2019-20023
MEDIUMCVSS 6.5/10EPSS 1.00%
Last modified
CVE-2019-20023 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 6.5/10 on the CVSS scale. A memory leak was discovered in image_buffer_resize in fromsixel.c in libsixel 1.8.4.. EPSS estimates a 1.00% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
A memory leak was discovered in image_buffer_resize in fromsixel.c in libsixel 1.8.4.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Saitoha | Libsixel | < 1.8.4 |
References
- https://github.com/saitoha/libsixel/issues/120Exploit, Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/saitoha/libsixel/issues/120Exploit, Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2019-20023?
A memory leak was discovered in image_buffer_resize in fromsixel.c in libsixel 1.8.4.
How severe is CVE-2019-20023?
CVE-2019-20023 has a CVSS score of 6.5/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.00% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2019-20023?
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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