CVE-2020-36152
HIGHCVSS 8.8/10EPSS 2.25%
Last modified
CVE-2020-36152 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 8.8/10 on the CVSS scale. Buffer overflow in readDataVar in hdf/dataobject.c in Symonics libmysofa 0.5 - 1.1 allows attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted SOFA.. EPSS estimates a 2.25% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Buffer overflow in readDataVar in hdf/dataobject.c in Symonics libmysofa 0.5 - 1.1 allows attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted SOFA.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Symonics | Libmysofa | >= 0.5, <= 1.1 |
| Fedoraproject | Fedora | 32 |
References
- https://github.com/hoene/libmysofa/issues/136Exploit, Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/hoene/libmysofa/issues/136Exploit, Patch, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-36152?
Buffer overflow in readDataVar in hdf/dataobject.c in Symonics libmysofa 0.5 - 1.1 allows attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted SOFA.
How severe is CVE-2020-36152?
CVE-2020-36152 has a CVSS score of 8.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 2.25% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-36152?
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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