Heap-Based Buffer Over-Read in stb_truetype.h Affects stb by nothings
CVE-2020-6622

8.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Nothings

Status
Stb Truetype.h
Vendor
CVE Published:
8 January 2020

What is CVE-2020-6622?

The stb library, specifically the stb_truetype.h file before version 1.22, is vulnerable to a heap-based buffer over-read identified in the function stbtt__buf_peek8. This vulnerability could lead to unintended memory disclosure, enhancing opportunities for potential exploitation in applications that utilize the affected versions.

References

https://github.com/nothings/stb/issues/869
x_refsource_MISC

CVSS V3.1

Score:
8.8
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
Required
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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