Buffer Overflow Vulnerability in Lua-Shmem v1.0-1
CVE-2024-39207
Currently unrated
What is CVE-2024-39207?
The lua-shmem library version 1.0-1 is susceptible to a buffer overflow vulnerability triggered by improper handling within the shmem_write function. This flaw allows an attacker to exploit the vulnerability by sending specially crafted data, potentially causing unexpected behavior, data corruption, or even arbitrary code execution. The issue underscores the importance of validating input data and employing safe programming practices to mitigate potential exploits.