CVE-2023-29596 Memory corruption in n/a
A buffer overflow in the paq8 function of the Cmix library allows attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service.
- Exploited in the wild
- Not known
- Login needed
- Not needed
- Attackable
- Local or same network only
- Victim action needed
- A user has to click or open something
- Fix
- None listed
What is CVE-2023-29596?
CVE-2023-29596 is a high-severity memory corruption vulnerability in n/a, published on 26 Apr 2023. It can only be exploited from the same machine or local network, and only if a user opens a file or follows a link.
Official description
Buffer Overflow vulnerability found in ByronKnoll Cmix v.19 allows an attacker to execute arbitrary code and cause a denial of service via the paq8 function.
Weakness: CWE-120
Which versions are affected by CVE-2023-29596?
It affects 1 product.
Products include Cmix Project Cmix.
How do I fix CVE-2023-29596?
No fix has been published for CVE-2023-29596 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.
Upgrade to the fixed version. Memory-safe languages, compiler hardening and fuzzing prevent most new cases. More about Memory corruption.
Is CVE-2023-29596 being exploited?
There is no known exploitation of CVE-2023-29596 in the wild and no public exploit code.
Sources
Also known as GHSA-qgwf-h28w-3h62.