CVE-2020-10675: Infinite Loop in jsonparser
Summary
CVE-2020-10675: Infinite loop in github.com/buger/jsonparser. Affects github.com/buger/jsonparser versions < 1.0.0. Fixed in 1.0.0. How to fix ↓
Also tracked for
- golang-github-buger-jsonparser · Debian:11
The same CVE-2020-10675 is tracked separately for each ecosystem and vendor. Its fix information is the same; the package and affected versions differ.
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Background
The package under scrutiny is 'github.com/buger/jsonparser', which is a Go library for parsing JSON data. It provides a set of functions to extract values from JSON documents. This vulnerability affects versions prior to 1.0.0. The library allows attackers to cause a denial of service (infinite loop) through a Delete call.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability (CVE-2020-10675) in 'github.com/buger/jsonparser' allows attackers to exploit an infinite loop in the Library API. By making a Delete call, an attacker can trigger the infinite loop, leading to a denial of service. This vulnerability has a CVSS score of 7.5, indicating a high severity level. The impact of this vulnerability can disrupt the availability of the affected application or system.
How To Fix
Latest published version: v1.6.1 as of 22 Oct 2026
go get github.com/buger/jsonparser@v1.6.1Upgrading to it may include breaking changes; the version below is the minimum fixed release for this vulnerability.
If you need the minimum change
1.0.0
This is the first release that contains the fix.
go get github.com/buger/jsonparser@v1.0.0Tip — Not sure which version your app runs? Vulert can match this fix to it. Scan free →
Workaround
There is no specific workaround mentioned for this vulnerability. The recommended approach is to update the package to the fixed version.
Conclusion
The 'github.com/buger/jsonparser' package is vulnerable to an infinite loop issue, which can be exploited to cause a denial of service. To mitigate this vulnerability, it is crucial to update the package to version 1.0.0 or later. For further support on vulnerability remediation, you can reach out to DevNack.com.
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FAQ
The impact of this vulnerability is a denial of service, potentially disrupting the availability of the affected application or system.
You can use Vulert's playground (https://vulert.com/scanner) to check if your application is affected by this vulnerability. It analyzes your Gopkg.lock file and provides real-time alerts for open-source vulnerabilities.
The CVSS score of this vulnerability is 7.5, indicating a high severity level.
Yes, a fix is available for this vulnerability. It is recommended to update the 'github.com/buger/jsonparser' package to version 1.0.0 or later.
There are no specific workarounds mentioned for this vulnerability. The recommended approach is to update the package to the fixed version.
References
Related vulnerabilities
Recent vulnerabilities recorded for github.com/buger/jsonparser.
