Buffer Overflow Vulnerability in Prime95 by GIMPS
CVE-2022-30055

9.8CRITICAL

Key Information:

Vendor

Mersenne

Status
Prime95
Vendor
CVE Published:
16 May 2022

What is CVE-2022-30055?

A buffer overflow vulnerability exists in Prime95 version 30.7 build 9, allowing attackers to exploit the system and potentially execute arbitrary code remotely. This flaw can lead to severe security repercussions if not addressed, making it crucial for users to implement necessary patches and updates to safeguard their systems.

References

https://packetstormsecurity.com/files/166840/Prime95-30.7...
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https://mrvar0x.com/2022/04/25/prime95-buffer-overflow-rce/
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
9.8
Severity:
CRITICAL
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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