Vulnerability Description
Stack overflow in the parse_tag function in libass/ass_parse.c in libass before 0.15.0 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service or remote code execution via a crafted file.
CVSS Score
8.8
HIGH
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Libass Project | Libass | < 0.15.0 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://github.com/libass/libass/commit/6835731c2fe4164a0c50bc91d12c43b2a2b4ePatchThird Party Advisory
- https://github.com/libass/libass/issues/422PatchThird Party Advisory
- https://github.com/libass/libass/issues/422#issuecomment-806002919Issue TrackingPatchThird Party Advisory
- https://github.com/libass/libass/issues/423Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/libass/libass/commit/6835731c2fe4164a0c50bc91d12c43b2a2b4ePatchThird Party Advisory
- https://github.com/libass/libass/issues/422PatchThird Party Advisory
- https://github.com/libass/libass/issues/422#issuecomment-806002919Issue TrackingPatchThird Party Advisory
- https://github.com/libass/libass/issues/423Third Party Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2020-24994?
CVE-2020-24994 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 8.8 (HIGH). Stack overflow in the parse_tag function in libass/ass_parse.c in libass before 0.15.0 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service or remote code execution via a crafted file.
How severe is CVE-2020-24994?
CVE-2020-24994 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 8.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2020-24994?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Libass Project Libass.