CVE-2023-4738
HIGHCVSS 7.8/10EPSS 0.60%
Last modified
CVE-2023-4738 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. Heap-based Buffer Overflow in GitHub repository vim/vim prior to 9.0.1848.. EPSS estimates a 0.60% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Heap-based Buffer Overflow in GitHub repository vim/vim prior to 9.0.1848.
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 | < 9.0.1848 |
| Apple | Macos | 14.0 |
References
- http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2023/Oct/24Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
- https://huntr.dev/bounties/9fc7dced-a7bb-4479-9718-f956df20f612Exploit, Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/kb/HT213984Release Notes, Third Party Advisory
- http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2023/Oct/24Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
- https://huntr.dev/bounties/9fc7dced-a7bb-4479-9718-f956df20f612Exploit, Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/kb/HT213984Release Notes, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2023-4738?
Heap-based Buffer Overflow in GitHub repository vim/vim prior to 9.0.1848.
How severe is CVE-2023-4738?
CVE-2023-4738 has a CVSS score of 7.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.60% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2023-4738?
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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