CVE-2022-2264
HIGHCVSS 7.8/10EPSS 1.01%
Last modified
CVE-2022-2264 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. Heap-based Buffer Overflow in GitHub repository vim/vim prior to 9.0.. EPSS estimates a 1.01% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Heap-based Buffer Overflow in GitHub repository vim/vim prior to 9.0.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Vim | Vim | < 9.0.0011 |
| Fedoraproject | Fedora | 35 |
| Fedoraproject | Fedora | 36 |
References
- https://github.com/vim/vim/commit/d25f003342aca9889067f2e839963dfeccf1fe05Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://huntr.dev/bounties/2241c773-02c9-4708-b63e-54aef99afa6cExploit, Issue Tracking, Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/202208-32Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/vim/vim/commit/d25f003342aca9889067f2e839963dfeccf1fe05Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://huntr.dev/bounties/2241c773-02c9-4708-b63e-54aef99afa6cExploit, Issue Tracking, Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/202208-32Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2022-2264?
Heap-based Buffer Overflow in GitHub repository vim/vim prior to 9.0.
How severe is CVE-2022-2264?
CVE-2022-2264 has a CVSS score of 7.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.01% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2022-2264?
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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