CVE-2019-14531

An issue was discovered in The Sleuth Kit (TSK) 4.6.6

published August 2, 2019

CVSS
—
EPSS
2%
Percentile
80.8
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ An out-of-bounds read in TSK 4.6.6 could let attackers peek where they shouldn't! 📂 Think of it like a delivery driver accidentally reading the wrong address from a package label — they might see sensitive details that were meant to stay private. This flaw allows unauthorized access to data structures during parsing, leading to potential data leaks. While this vulnerability currently has no known exploits, the potential for data exposure is a serious concern. If leveraged, it could expose sensitive information that attackers could use for further infiltration. It’s like leaving your front door unlocked — inviting trouble without even knowing!

Put simply

Think of it like a delivery driver accidentally reading the wrong address from a package label — they might see sensitive details that were meant to stay private. This flaw allows unauthorized access to data structures during parsing, leading to potential data leaks. The vulnerability exists in The Sleuth Kit (TSK) 4.6.6, specifically in the iso9660 file parsing code, where an out-of-bounds read may occur while processing System Use Sharing Protocol data, compromising data integrity.

What to do

While this vulnerability currently has no known exploits, the potential for data exposure is a serious concern. If leveraged, it could expose sensitive information that attackers could use for further infiltration. It’s like leaving your front door unlocked — inviting trouble without even knowing! To address this issue, users should upgrade to the latest version of The Sleuth Kit. Regularly check for updates and ensure that your data handling processes include strict input validation to prevent future vulnerabilities. Staying informed is key! You’ve got this! By patching up and staying vigilant, you're helping to keep the digital world a safer place! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.02021 · 80.8th percentile
Published
2019-08-02T14:07Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 02 AUG 14:07Z
    An issue was discovered in The Sleuth Kit (TSK) 4.6.6
    cvelistv5