CVE-2022-44750

HCL Domino is susceptible to a stack based buffer overflow vulnerability in lasr.dll in Micro Focus KeyView.

Critical · published December 17, 2022

CVSS v3.1
9.8
EPSS
1%
Percentile
53.0
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🔥 A stack overflow in HCL Domino’s lasr.dll could open the door for mischief, allowing unauthenticated attackers to crash the app or run wild with arbitrary code! ⚡ Think of this like a crowded elevator that suddenly breaks down because someone overloaded it with too many passengers. The system just can't handle the weight, leading to a complete halt or a malfunction that's difficult to control. An attacker can exploit this vulnerability with a specially crafted Lotus Ami Pro file, potentially crashing the application or executing harmful code. This could result in data loss, service downtime, or worse—complete control over the system! The risks are absolutely devastating and should not be ignored.

Put simply

Think of this like a crowded elevator that suddenly breaks down because someone overloaded it with too many passengers. The system just can't handle the weight, leading to a complete halt or a malfunction that's difficult to control. This stack-based buffer overflow vulnerability in lasr.dll allows attackers to manipulate the application’s memory through crafted files, leading to crashes or arbitrary code execution without needing authentication.

What to do

An attacker can exploit this vulnerability with a specially crafted Lotus Ami Pro file, potentially crashing the application or executing harmful code. This could result in data loss, service downtime, or worse—complete control over the system! The risks are absolutely devastating and should not be ignored. Immediate patching is critical! Upgrade to the latest version of HCL Domino that addresses CVE-2022-44750. Additionally, consider reviewing your file handling processes to restrict untrusted file types. Don’t leave any loopholes open! You've got this! With these steps, you’re on your way to securing your systems in no time! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS v3.1
9.8 · CRITICAL
Vector
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.00711 · 53.0th percentile
Published
2022-12-17T03:24Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 17 DEC 03:24Z
    HCL Domino is susceptible to a stack based buffer overflow vulnerability in lasr.dll in Micro Focus KeyView.
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