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CVE-2023-39125

7.5 · HIGH

NTSC-CRT 2.2.1 has an integer overflow and out-of-bounds write in loadBMP in bmp_rw.c because a file's width, height, and BPP are not validated.

Published Aug 18, 2023CWE-190EPSS 0.73%

Overview

CVE-2023-39125 is a high-severity vulnerability. It was published on August 18, 2023 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 7.5 (HIGH).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 7.5, rated HIGH. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

Technical description

NTSC-CRT 2.2.1 has an integer overflow and out-of-bounds write in loadBMP in bmp_rw.c because a file's width, height, and BPP are not validated. NOTE: the vendor's perspective is "this main application was not intended to be a well tested program, it's just something to demonstrate it works and for the user to see how to integrate it into their own programs."

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.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2023-39125?

CVE-2023-39125 is a high-severity vulnerability. It was published on August 18, 2023 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 7.5 (HIGH).

How severe is CVE-2023-39125?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 7.5, rated HIGH. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-2023-39125?

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.

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