CVE-2023-37644
MEDIUMCVSS 5.5/10EPSS 0.27%
Last modified
CVE-2023-37644 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.5/10 on the CVSS scale. SWFTools 0.9.2 772e55a allows attackers to trigger a large memory-allocation attempt via a crafted document, as demonstrated by pdf2swf. This occurs in png_read_chunk in lib/png.c.. EPSS estimates a 0.27% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
SWFTools 0.9.2 772e55a allows attackers to trigger a large memory-allocation attempt via a crafted document, as demonstrated by pdf2swf. This occurs in png_read_chunk in lib/png.c.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Swftools | Swftools | 0.9.2 |
References
- https://github.com/matthiaskramm/swftools/issues/202Exploit, Issue Tracking, Vendor Advisory
- https://github.com/matthiaskramm/swftools/issues/202Exploit, Issue Tracking, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2023-37644?
SWFTools 0.9.2 772e55a allows attackers to trigger a large memory-allocation attempt via a crafted document, as demonstrated by pdf2swf. This occurs in png_read_chunk in lib/png.c.
How severe is CVE-2023-37644?
CVE-2023-37644 has a CVSS score of 5.5/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.27% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2023-37644?
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-2023-37644?
Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.
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