Vulnerability Description
A vulnerability in the OOXML parsing module in Clam AntiVirus (ClamAV) Software version 0.104.1 and LTS version 0.103.4 and prior versions could allow an unauthenticated, remote attacker to cause a denial of service condition on an affected device. The vulnerability is due to improper checks that may result in an invalid pointer read. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability by sending a crafted OOXML file to an affected device. An exploit could allow the attacker to cause the ClamAV scanning process to crash, resulting in a denial of service condition.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Clamav | Clamav | < 0.103.5 |
| Debian | Debian Linux | 9.0 |
| Canonical | Ubuntu Linux | 14.04 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://blog.clamav.net/2022/01/clamav-01035-and-01042-security-patch.htmlExploitVendor Advisory
- https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/202310-01
- https://blog.clamav.net/2022/01/clamav-01035-and-01042-security-patch.htmlExploitVendor Advisory
- https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/202310-01
FAQ
What is CVE-2022-20698?
CVE-2022-20698 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.5 (HIGH). A vulnerability in the OOXML parsing module in Clam AntiVirus (ClamAV) Software version 0.104.1 and LTS version 0.103.4 and prior versions could allow an unauthenticated, remote attacker to cause a de...
How severe is CVE-2022-20698?
CVE-2022-20698 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-2022-20698?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Clamav Clamav, Debian Debian Linux, Canonical Ubuntu Linux.