CVE-2020-22884

Buffer overflow vulnerability in function jsvGetStringChars in Espruino before RELEASE_2V09, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code

published July 13, 2021

CVSS
—
EPSS
3%
Percentile
86.5
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ A sneaky buffer overflow lurks in Espruino's jsvGetStringChars function, just waiting for the right moment to strike! 🔥 Think of it like an overstuffed suitcase that eventually bursts open; if too much data is crammed in, it spills everywhere and can be hard to control. This bug allows attackers to push too much data into the system, leading to potential chaos! If exploited, this vulnerability could allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code, potentially taking over the device and causing absolute havoc. Imagine someone hijacking your suitcase and using it to smuggle all sorts of uncontrollable items - that's the level of risk we're talking about!

Put simply

Think of it like an overstuffed suitcase that eventually bursts open; if too much data is crammed in, it spills everywhere and can be hard to control. This bug allows attackers to push too much data into the system, leading to potential chaos! This buffer overflow vulnerability in Espruino's jsvGetStringChars function can be triggered by sending more data than the function is designed to handle, leading to arbitrary code execution.

What to do

If exploited, this vulnerability could allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code, potentially taking over the device and causing absolute havoc. Imagine someone hijacking your suitcase and using it to smuggle all sorts of uncontrollable items - that's the level of risk we're talking about! To protect against this, update to Espruino version RELEASE_2V09 or later. It's crucial to always review and patch your software regularly to address such vulnerabilities. Don't forget to implement proper buffer management practices! You've got this! With these steps, you're well on your way to keeping your systems safe and sound! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.02828 · 86.5th percentile
Published
2021-07-13T14:44Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 13 JUL 14:44Z
    Buffer overflow vulnerability in function jsvGetStringChars in Espruino before RELEASE_2V09, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code
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