CVE-2020-23323

There is a heap-buffer-overflow at re-parser.c in re_parse_char_escape in JerryScript 2.2.0

published June 10, 2021

CVSS
โ€”
EPSS
1%
Percentile
70.5
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

โš ๏ธ A sneaky heap-buffer-overflow lurks in JerryScript's re-parser! This little gremlin can cause unexpected behavior if left unchecked. ๐Ÿ˜ฑ Think of it like a buffet that overfills a plate, spilling everything all over the table. In this case, too much data in the buffer could lead to chaotic outcomes, potentially affecting the whole system! If an attacker exploits this flaw, it could lead to unpredictable crashes or even allow malicious code execution โ€” not exactly the dinner party you want to host! Protecting your applications from this risk is crucial to maintaining a stable environment.

Put simply

Think of it like a buffet that overfills a plate, spilling everything all over the table. In this case, too much data in the buffer could lead to chaotic outcomes, potentially affecting the whole system! This vulnerability exists in JerryScript's re_parse_char_escape function, where improper handling of data can cause a heap buffer overflow, allowing for potential memory corruption.

What to do

If an attacker exploits this flaw, it could lead to unpredictable crashes or even allow malicious code execution โ€” not exactly the dinner party you want to host! Protecting your applications from this risk is crucial to maintaining a stable environment. To safeguard your system, upgrade JerryScript to the latest version available, ensuring that you incorporate best practices for memory management in your code. Regularly audit your application for such vulnerabilities as well. You've got this! With a little diligence, you can keep things running smoothly and securely! ๐Ÿ›ก๏ธ

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.01314 ยท 70.5th percentile
Published
2021-06-10T22:14Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 10 JUN 22:14Z
    There is a heap-buffer-overflow at re-parser.c in re_parse_char_escape in JerryScript 2.2.0
    cvelistv5