CVE-2023-23086

Buffer OverFlow Vulnerability in MojoJson v1.2.3 allows an attacker to execute arbitrary code via the SkipString function

Critical · published February 3, 2023

CVSS v3.1
9.8
EPSS
1%
Percentile
60.8
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🔥 A buffer overflow in MojoJson v1.2.3 lets an attacker slip arbitrary code right past your defenses via the SkipString function! ⚡ Think of it like a busy restaurant where the chef accidentally leaves the kitchen door ajar; a sneaky intruder can waltz in and mix up the orders without anyone noticing! An attacker could use this vulnerability to execute any code they want, potentially taking over the entire system. This can lead to data breaches, loss of sensitive information, or even full control of your application — absolutely devastating!

Put simply

Think of it like a busy restaurant where the chef accidentally leaves the kitchen door ajar; a sneaky intruder can waltz in and mix up the orders without anyone noticing! This buffer overflow vulnerability occurs in MojoJson's SkipString function, where insufficient checks allow an attacker to overwrite memory, enabling arbitrary code execution on the system.

What to do

An attacker could use this vulnerability to execute any code they want, potentially taking over the entire system. This can lead to data breaches, loss of sensitive information, or even full control of your application — absolutely devastating! Upgrade MojoJson to version 1.2.4 immediately to patch this vulnerability. Additionally, review your application to ensure proper input validation and memory management practices are in place. You've got this! Follow these steps, and you'll have your defenses locked down tight 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
0.00948 · 60.8th percentile
Published
2023-02-03T00:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 03 FEB 00:00Z
    Buffer OverFlow Vulnerability in MojoJson v1.2.3 allows an attacker to execute arbitrary code via the SkipString function
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