Divide By Zero in vim/vim
CVE-2023-0512

7.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Vim

Status
Vim/vim
Vendor
CVE Published:
30 January 2023

What is CVE-2023-0512?

A divide by zero vulnerability exists in the Vim text editor, affecting versions prior to 9.0.1247. This flaw can lead to unexpected behavior or crashes, posing risks to the stability and security of applications relying on this popular text editing tool. Users and administrators are encouraged to upgrade to the latest version to mitigate the risk associated with this vulnerability.

Affected Version(s)

vim/vim < 9.0.1247

References

https://huntr.dev/bounties/de83736a-1936-4872-830b-f1e9b0...
https://github.com/vim/vim/commit/870219c58c0804bdc55419b...
https://support.apple.com/kb/HT213677

CVSS V3.1

Score:
7.8
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
Required
Scope:
Unchanged

CVSS V3.0

Score:
7.3
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
Low
User Interaction:
Required
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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