Heap-Buffer Overflow in OTFCC v0.10.4
Summary
CVE-2022-35459: OTFCC v0.10.4 was discovered to contain a heap-buffer overflow via /release-x64/otfccdump+0x6e412a. Affects texlive-bin versions < 3a9d42668f45387fa566845be5a3e61579823d35. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
OTFCC v0.10.4 is a software package used for font conversion and manipulation. It provides various tools and utilities for working with OpenType fonts. The package is commonly used in the Debian ecosystem, specifically in versions 12 and 13. However, it has been discovered that this version of OTFCC is vulnerable to a heap-buffer overflow.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability, identified as CVE-2022-35459, originates from a heap-buffer overflow in the /release-x64/otfccdump+0x6e412a component of OTFCC v0.10.4. This vulnerability allows an attacker to overwrite adjacent memory locations, potentially leading to arbitrary code execution or a system crash. The impact of this vulnerability can range from unauthorized access to sensitive information to a complete system compromise. The severity of this vulnerability is rated as moderate with a CVSS score of 6.5.
How To Fix
No fixed version is published for this vulnerability.
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Workaround
At present, no specific workaround has been provided for this vulnerability. It is advised to follow the recommended steps for fixing the vulnerability by updating the package to a patched version.
Conclusion
OTFCC v0.10.4 is vulnerable to a heap-buffer overflow, which can have serious consequences, including unauthorized access to sensitive information or a complete system compromise. It is crucial to update the affected package to a patched version as soon as possible. For further support on vulnerability remediation, please contact DevNack.com.
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FAQ
OTFCC v0.10.4 is a software package used for font conversion and manipulation. It provides various tools and utilities for working with OpenType fonts.
A heap-buffer overflow is a type of vulnerability where a program writes data beyond the allocated memory buffer, potentially overwriting adjacent memory locations.
The consequences of this vulnerability can range from unauthorized access to sensitive information to a complete system compromise, depending on the attacker's capabilities and intentions.
This vulnerability is rated as moderate with a CVSS score of 6.5.
To fix this vulnerability, it is recommended to update the affected package to a version that includes a patch for the heap-buffer overflow. Users should ensure they are using the latest version of the package and apply any available updates.
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