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CVE-2022-45491

7.8 · HIGH

Buffer overflow vulnerability in function json_parse_value in sheredom json.h before commit 0825301a07cbf51653882bf2b153cc81fdadf41 (November 14, 2022) allows attackers to code arbitrary code and g…

Published Feb 3, 2023CWE-787EPSS 0.26%

Overview

CVE-2022-45491 is a high-severity vulnerability. It was published on February 3, 2023 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 7.8 (HIGH).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 7.8, rated HIGH. It requires local or adjacent network access to exploit. Some level of privileges is required for exploitation.

Technical description

Buffer overflow vulnerability in function json_parse_value in sheredom json.h before commit 0825301a07cbf51653882bf2b153cc81fdadf41 (November 14, 2022) allows attackers to code arbitrary code and gain escalated privileges.

Remediation

Check the references section for vendor advisories, patches, and mitigation guidance. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

References

GitHubgithub.com/hyrathon/trophies/security/advisories/GHSA-55fm-gm4m-3v3jGitHubgithub.com/sheredom/json.h/issues/94GitHubgithub.com/hyrathon/trophies/security/advisories/GHSA-55fm-gm4m-3v3jGitHubgithub.com/sheredom/json.h/issues/94

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Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2022-45491?

CVE-2022-45491 is a high-severity vulnerability. It was published on February 3, 2023 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 7.8 (HIGH).

How severe is CVE-2022-45491?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 7.8, rated HIGH. It requires local or adjacent network access to exploit. Some level of privileges is required for exploitation.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-2022-45491?

Check the references section for vendor advisories, patches, and mitigation guidance. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

How can CyberStrike help with CVE-2022-45491?

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