CVE-2022-2849
HIGHCVSS 7.8/10EPSS 0.45%
Last modified
CVE-2022-2849 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. Heap-based Buffer Overflow in GitHub repository vim/vim prior to 9.0.0220.. EPSS estimates a 0.45% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Heap-based Buffer Overflow in GitHub repository vim/vim prior to 9.0.0220.
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 | < 9.0.0220 |
| Fedoraproject | Fedora | 37 |
References
- https://github.com/vim/vim/commit/f6d39c31d2177549a986d170e192d8351bd571e2Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://huntr.dev/bounties/389aeccd-deb9-49ae-9b6a-24c12d79b02eExploit, Issue Tracking, Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/vim/vim/commit/f6d39c31d2177549a986d170e192d8351bd571e2Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://huntr.dev/bounties/389aeccd-deb9-49ae-9b6a-24c12d79b02eExploit, Issue Tracking, Patch, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2022-2849?
Heap-based Buffer Overflow in GitHub repository vim/vim prior to 9.0.0220.
How severe is CVE-2022-2849?
CVE-2022-2849 has a CVSS score of 7.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.45% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2022-2849?
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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