CVE-2023-5072
HIGHCVSS 7.5/10EPSS 1.45%
Last modified
CVE-2023-5072 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.5/10 on the CVSS scale. Denial of Service in JSON-Java versions up to and including 20230618. A bug in the parser means that an input string of modest size can lead to indefinite amounts of memory being used.. EPSS estimates a 1.45% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Denial of Service in JSON-Java versions up to and including 20230618. A bug in the parser means that an input string of modest size can lead to indefinite amounts of memory being used.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Stleary | Json-Java | <= 20230618 |
References
- https://github.com/stleary/JSON-java/issues/758Issue Tracking
- https://github.com/stleary/JSON-java/issues/771Exploit, Issue Tracking
- https://github.com/stleary/JSON-java/issues/758Issue Tracking
- https://github.com/stleary/JSON-java/issues/771Exploit, Issue Tracking
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2023-5072?
Denial of Service in JSON-Java versions up to and including 20230618. A bug in the parser means that an input string of modest size can lead to indefinite amounts of memory being used.
How severe is CVE-2023-5072?
CVE-2023-5072 has a CVSS score of 7.5/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.45% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2023-5072?
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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