CVE-2023-33072CWE-120

Buffer copy without checking size of Input in Core

Critical · published February 6, 2024

CVSS v3.1
9.3
EPSS
0%
Percentile
1.3
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🔥 A memory corruption flaw in Core is leaving systems vulnerable to perilous mischief! Think of it like a construction crew that forgot to reinforce key support beams — with a single miscalculation, the entire structure could come crashing down! An attacker could exploit this vulnerability to crash the application or execute arbitrary code, potentially leading to a complete system compromise. The fallout could be catastrophic, affecting data integrity and user trust alike.

Put simply

Think of it like a construction crew that forgot to reinforce key support beams — with a single miscalculation, the entire structure could come crashing down! CVE-2023-33072 arises from improper handling of control functions in Core, resulting in memory corruption that can be leveraged for unauthorized actions. This is a critical vulnerability that can be triggered under specific conditions, allowing attackers to manipulate system functioning.

What to do

An attacker could exploit this vulnerability to crash the application or execute arbitrary code, potentially leading to a complete system compromise. The fallout could be catastrophic, affecting data integrity and user trust alike. Immediate patching is essential! Update to the latest version provided by the vendor to address this issue. Additionally, conduct a thorough review of control function implementations to avoid similar pitfalls in the future. You've got this! Tackle this vulnerability head-on, and you'll have your systems fortified in no time! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS v3.1
9.3 · CRITICAL
Vector
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.00111 · 1.3th percentile
Weakness
CWE-120 · Buffer Copy without Checking Size of Input ('Classic Buffer Overflow')
Published
2024-02-06T05:47Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 06 FEB 05:47Z
    Buffer copy without checking size of Input in Core
    cvelistv5