CVE-2024-20505

ClamAV Memory Handling DoS

Description

A vulnerability in the PDF parsing module of Clam AntiVirus (ClamAV) versions 1.4.0, 1.3.2 and prior versions, all 1.2.x versions, 1.0.6 and prior versions, all 0.105.x versions, all 0.104.x versions, and 0.103.11 and all prior versions could allow an unauthenticated, remote attacker to cause a denial of service (DoS) condition on an affected device. The vulnerability is due to an out of bounds read. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability by submitting a crafted PDF file to be scanned by ClamAV on an affected device. An exploit could allow the attacker to terminate the scanning process.

Category

4.0
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.46%
Vendor Advisory clamav.net
Affected: Cisco ClamAV
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Updated at:

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2024-20505?
CVE-2024-20505 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2024-20505?
To fix CVE-2024-20505, 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-2024-20505 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2024-20505 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-2024-20505?
CVE-2024-20505 affects Cisco ClamAV.
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