CVE-2022-4899
HIGHCVSS 7.5/10EPSS 1.59%
Last modified
CVE-2022-4899 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.5/10 on the CVSS scale. A vulnerability was found in zstd v1.4.10, where an attacker can supply empty string as an argument to the command line tool to cause buffer overrun.. EPSS estimates a 1.59% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
A vulnerability was found in zstd v1.4.10, where an attacker can supply empty string as an argument to the command line tool to cause buffer overrun.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Zstandard | 1.4.10 |
References
- https://github.com/facebook/zstd/issues/3200Issue Tracking, Patch
- https://github.com/facebook/zstd/issues/3200Issue Tracking, Patch
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2022-4899?
A vulnerability was found in zstd v1.4.10, where an attacker can supply empty string as an argument to the command line tool to cause buffer overrun.
How severe is CVE-2022-4899?
CVE-2022-4899 has a CVSS score of 7.5/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.59% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2022-4899?
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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