Heap-based Buffer Overflow in vim/vim
CVE-2023-4781

7.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Vim

Status
Vim/vim
Vendor
CVE Published:
5 September 2023

What is CVE-2023-4781?

A heap-based buffer overflow vulnerability exists in Vim, which can lead to potential code execution and system compromise. Attackers leveraging this flaw could manipulate the heap memory, causing unexpected behavior or crashes. Users of Vim versions prior to 9.0.1873 should update their software to mitigate risks associated with this vulnerability.

Affected Version(s)

vim/vim < 9.0.1873

References

https://huntr.dev/bounties/c867eb0a-aa8b-4946-a621-510350...
https://github.com/vim/vim/commit/f6d28fe2c95c678cc3202cc...
https://lists.debian.org/debian-lts-announce/2023/09/msg0...

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

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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