CVE-2022-4741

docconv XMLToText memory allocation

Description

A vulnerability was found in docconv up to 1.2.0 and classified as problematic. This issue affects the function ConvertDocx/ConvertODT/ConvertPages/ConvertXML/XMLToText. The manipulation leads to uncontrolled memory allocation. The attack may be initiated remotely. Upgrading to version 1.2.1 is able to address this issue. The name of the patch is 42bcff666855ab978e67a9041d0cdea552f20301. It is recommended to upgrade the affected component. The associated identifier of this vulnerability is VDB-216779.

Category

4.3
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.06%
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Affected: n/a docconv
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References

Link Tags
https://vuldb.com/?id.216779 vdb entry third party advisory technical description
https://vuldb.com/?ctiid.216779 third party advisory permissions required signature
https://github.com/sajari/docconv/pull/111 issue tracking third party advisory patch
https://github.com/sajari/docconv/commit/42bcff666855ab978e67a9041d0cdea552f20301 third party advisory patch
https://github.com/sajari/docconv/releases/tag/v1.2.1 release notes third party advisory patch

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2022-4741?
CVE-2022-4741 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2022-4741?
To fix CVE-2022-4741, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2022-4741 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2022-4741 is being actively exploited. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~0% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2022-4741?
CVE-2022-4741 affects n/a docconv.
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