CVE-2020-23705
MEDIUMCVSS 6.5/10EPSS 1.01%
Last modified
CVE-2020-23705 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 6.5/10 on the CVSS scale. A global buffer overflow vulnerability in jfif_encode at jfif.c:701 of ffjpeg through 2020-06-22 allows attackers to cause a Denial of Service (DOS) via a crafted jpeg file.. EPSS estimates a 1.01% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
A global buffer overflow vulnerability in jfif_encode at jfif.c:701 of ffjpeg through 2020-06-22 allows attackers to cause a Denial of Service (DOS) via a crafted jpeg file.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Rockcarry | Ffjpeg | <= 2020-06-22 |
References
- https://github.com/rockcarry/ffjpeg/issues/25Exploit, Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/rockcarry/ffjpeg/issues/25Exploit, Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-23705?
A global buffer overflow vulnerability in jfif_encode at jfif.c:701 of ffjpeg through 2020-06-22 allows attackers to cause a Denial of Service (DOS) via a crafted jpeg file.
How severe is CVE-2020-23705?
CVE-2020-23705 has a CVSS score of 6.5/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.01% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-23705?
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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