Vulnerability Description
In-memory file operations (ie: using fopen on a data URI) did not properly restrict negative seeking, allowing for the reading of memory prior to the in-memory buffer. This issue affects HHVM versions prior to 4.56.3, all versions between 4.57.0 and 4.80.1, all versions between 4.81.0 and 4.93.1, and versions 4.94.0, 4.95.0, 4.96.0, 4.97.0, 4.98.0.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Hhvm | < 4.56.3 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://github.com/facebook/hhvm/commit/08193b7f0cd3910256e00d599f0f3eb2519c44caPatchThird Party Advisory
- https://hhvm.com/blog/2021/02/25/security-update.htmlRelease NotesVendor Advisory
- https://github.com/facebook/hhvm/commit/08193b7f0cd3910256e00d599f0f3eb2519c44caPatchThird Party Advisory
- https://hhvm.com/blog/2021/02/25/security-update.htmlRelease NotesVendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2020-1918?
CVE-2020-1918 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.5 (HIGH). In-memory file operations (ie: using fopen on a data URI) did not properly restrict negative seeking, allowing for the reading of memory prior to the in-memory buffer. This issue affects HHVM versions...
How severe is CVE-2020-1918?
CVE-2020-1918 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2020-1918?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Facebook Hhvm.