Heap-based Buffer Overflow Vulnerability in Crow Web Framework
CVE-2022-34970
9.8CRITICAL
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👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC
What is CVE-2022-34970?
The Crow web framework, prior to version 1.0+4, is vulnerable to a heap-based buffer overflow, specifically in the qs_parse function located in query_string.h. This vulnerability can be exploited remotely by an attacker to execute arbitrary code in the context of the affected service, leading to serious security risks. Users of Crow are recommended to upgrade to the latest version to mitigate this risk.
Exploit Proof of Concept (PoC)
PoC code is written by security researchers to demonstrate the vulnerability can be exploited. PoC code is also a key component for weaponization which could lead to ransomware.