CVE-2020-26148
HIGHCVSS 7.5/10EPSS 1.42%
Last modified
CVE-2020-26148 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.5/10 on the CVSS scale. md_push_block_bytes in md4c.c in md4c 0.4.5 allows attackers to trigger use of uninitialized memory, and cause a denial of service (e.g., assertion failure) via a malformed Markdown document.. EPSS estimates a 1.42% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
md_push_block_bytes in md4c.c in md4c 0.4.5 allows attackers to trigger use of uninitialized memory, and cause a denial of service (e.g., assertion failure) via a malformed Markdown document.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Md4c Project | Md4c | 0.4.5 |
References
- https://github.com/mity/md4c/issues/130Exploit, Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/mity/md4c/issues/130Exploit, Patch, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-26148?
md_push_block_bytes in md4c.c in md4c 0.4.5 allows attackers to trigger use of uninitialized memory, and cause a denial of service (e.g., assertion failure) via a malformed Markdown document.
How severe is CVE-2020-26148?
CVE-2020-26148 has a CVSS score of 7.5/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.42% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-26148?
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.
Are you affected by CVE-2020-26148?
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