CVE-2023-2617

Public Exploit
OpenCV wechat_qrcode Module decoded_bit_stream_parser.cpp decodeByteSegment null pointer dereference

Description

A vulnerability classified as problematic was found in OpenCV wechat_qrcode Module up to 4.7.0. Affected by this vulnerability is the function DecodedBitStreamParser::decodeByteSegment of the file qrcode/decoder/decoded_bit_stream_parser.cpp. The manipulation leads to null pointer dereference. The attack can be launched remotely. The exploit has been disclosed to the public and may be used. It is recommended to apply a patch to fix this issue. The associated identifier of this vulnerability is VDB-228547.

Category

5.3
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 0.04%
Affected: OpenCV wechat_qrcode Module
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://vuldb.com/?id.228547 vdb entry permissions required technical description
https://vuldb.com/?ctiid.228547 signature permissions required
https://github.com/opencv/opencv_contrib/pull/3480 patch issue tracking
https://gist.github.com/GZTimeWalker/3ca70a8af2f5830711e9cccc73fb5270 product exploit

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2023-2617?
CVE-2023-2617 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2023-2617?
To fix CVE-2023-2617, 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-2023-2617 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2023-2617 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. 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-2023-2617?
CVE-2023-2617 affects OpenCV wechat_qrcode Module.
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