CVE-2023-43898
MEDIUMCVSS 5.5/10EPSS 0.30%
Last modified
CVE-2023-43898 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.5/10 on the CVSS scale. Nothings stb 2.28 was discovered to contain a Null Pointer Dereference via the function stbi__convert_format. This vulnerability allows attackers to cause a Denial of Service (DoS) via a crafted pic file.. EPSS estimates a 0.30% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Nothings stb 2.28 was discovered to contain a Null Pointer Dereference via the function stbi__convert_format. This vulnerability allows attackers to cause a Denial of Service (DoS) via a crafted pic file.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Nothings | Stb Image.H | 2.28 |
References
- https://github.com/nothings/stb/issues/1452Exploit, Issue Tracking, Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/nothings/stb/pull/1454Issue Tracking, Patch
- https://github.com/nothings/stb/issues/1452Exploit, Issue Tracking, Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/nothings/stb/pull/1454Issue Tracking, Patch
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2023-43898?
Nothings stb 2.28 was discovered to contain a Null Pointer Dereference via the function stbi__convert_format. This vulnerability allows attackers to cause a Denial of Service (DoS) via a crafted pic file.
How severe is CVE-2023-43898?
CVE-2023-43898 has a CVSS score of 5.5/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.30% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2023-43898?
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-2023-43898?
Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.
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