CVE-2020-6624
HIGHCVSS 7.1/10EPSS 1.44%
Last modified
CVE-2020-6624 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.1/10 on the CVSS scale. jhead through 3.04 has a heap-based buffer over-read in process_DQT in jpgqguess.c.. EPSS estimates a 1.44% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
jhead through 3.04 has a heap-based buffer over-read in process_DQT in jpgqguess.c.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Jhead Project | Jhead | <= 3.04 |
References
- https://bugs.gentoo.org/711220#c3Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
- https://bugs.gentoo.org/876247#c0Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
- https://bugs.launchpad.net/ubuntu/+source/jhead/+bug/1858744Exploit, Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
- https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/202007-17Third Party Advisory
- https://bugs.gentoo.org/711220#c3Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
- https://bugs.gentoo.org/876247#c0Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
- https://bugs.launchpad.net/ubuntu/+source/jhead/+bug/1858744Exploit, Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
- https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/202007-17Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-6624?
jhead through 3.04 has a heap-based buffer over-read in process_DQT in jpgqguess.c.
How severe is CVE-2020-6624?
CVE-2020-6624 has a CVSS score of 7.1/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.44% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-6624?
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-2020-6624?
Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.
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