CVE-2023-3824

Public Exploit
Buffer overflow and overread in phar_dir_read()

Description

In PHP version 8.0.* before 8.0.30,  8.1.* before 8.1.22, and 8.2.* before 8.2.8, when loading phar file, while reading PHAR directory entries, insufficient length checking may lead to a stack buffer overflow, leading potentially to memory corruption or RCE.

Category

9.4
CVSS
Severity: Critical
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 16.94% Top 10%
Third-Party Advisory github.com Third-Party Advisory netapp.com
Affected: PHP Group PHP
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2023-3824?
CVE-2023-3824 has been scored as a critical severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2023-3824?
To fix CVE-2023-3824, 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-2023-3824 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2023-3824 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~17% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2023-3824?
CVE-2023-3824 affects PHP Group PHP.
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