CVE-2023-36273 Memory corruption in n/a
A heap buffer overflow in LibreDWG allows attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause denial of service via crafted DWG files.
- Exploited in the wild
- Not known
- Login needed
- Not needed
- Attackable
- Over the internet
- Victim action needed
- A user has to click or open something
- Fix
- Available
What is CVE-2023-36273?
CVE-2023-36273 is a high-severity memory corruption vulnerability in Gnu Libredwg, published on 23 Jun 2023. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, and only if a user opens a file or follows a link.
Official description
LibreDWG v0.12.5 was discovered to contain a heap buffer overflow via the function bit_calc_CRC at bits.c.
Weakness: CWE-787
Which versions are affected by CVE-2023-36273?
It affects 1 product.
Products include Gnu Libredwg.
How do I fix CVE-2023-36273?
Upgrade to a fixed version.
Upgrade to the fixed version. Memory-safe languages, compiler hardening and fuzzing prevent most new cases. More about Memory corruption.
Is CVE-2023-36273 being exploited?
It is not confirmed as exploited in the wild, but public exploit code for CVE-2023-36273 exists.
Other vulnerabilities in Gnu Libredwg
Sources
Also known as GHSA-pggm-5qmx-5jg9.