Buffer Overflow Vulnerability in ncurses Affects Multiple Platforms

CVE-2020-19190

Summary

A buffer overflow vulnerability exists in the _nc_find_entry function located in tinfo/comp_hash.c:70 of the ncurses library version 6.1. This flaw allows remote attackers to send specially crafted commands to compromise the application, potentially resulting in a denial of service. Exploitation of this vulnerability can lead to disruption of service and hinder the application’s functioning. Proper input validation and updates to affected versions are critical for maintaining security.

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