CVE-2023-40163
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CVE-2023-40163 is a critical-severity vulnerability rated 9.8/10 on the CVSS scale. An out-of-bounds write vulnerability exists in the allocate_buffer_for_jpeg_decoding functionality of Accusoft ImageGear 20.1. A specially crafted malformed file can lead to memory corruption. EPSS estimates a 0.97% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
An out-of-bounds write vulnerability exists in the allocate_buffer_for_jpeg_decoding functionality of Accusoft ImageGear 20.1. A specially crafted malformed file can lead to memory corruption. An attacker can provide a malicious file to trigger this vulnerability.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Accusoft | Imagegear | 20.1 |
References
- https://talosintelligence.com/vulnerability_reports/TALOS-2023-1836Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://talosintelligence.com/vulnerability_reports/TALOS-2023-1836Exploit, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
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- Status
- Modified
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