CVE-2020-35653
HIGHCVSS 7.1/10EPSS 1.50%
Last modified
CVE-2020-35653 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.1/10 on the CVSS scale. In Pillow before 8.1.0, PcxDecode has a buffer over-read when decoding a crafted PCX file because the user-supplied stride value is trusted for buffer calculations.. EPSS estimates a 1.50% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
In Pillow before 8.1.0, PcxDecode has a buffer over-read when decoding a crafted PCX file because the user-supplied stride value is trusted for buffer calculations.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:L/I:N/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Python | Pillow | < 8.1.0 |
| Fedoraproject | Fedora | 32 |
| Fedoraproject | Fedora | 33 |
| Debian | Debian Linux | 9.0 |
References
- https://pillow.readthedocs.io/en/stable/releasenotes/index.htmlRelease Notes, Third Party Advisory
- https://pillow.readthedocs.io/en/stable/releasenotes/index.htmlRelease Notes, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-35653?
In Pillow before 8.1.0, PcxDecode has a buffer over-read when decoding a crafted PCX file because the user-supplied stride value is trusted for buffer calculations.
How severe is CVE-2020-35653?
CVE-2020-35653 has a CVSS score of 7.1/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.50% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-35653?
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-2020-35653?
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