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Vulnerability DatabaseCVE-2020-18780
CVE-2020-18780:
Linux Debian vulnerability analysis and mitigation
Overview
A Use After Free vulnerability was discovered in the new_Token function within asm/preproc.c of NASM (Netwide Assembler) version 2.14.02. This security flaw allows attackers to cause a denial of service condition through crafted NASM commands (NIST NVD).
Technical details
The vulnerability is classified as a Use After Free (CWE-416) issue that occurs in the new_Token function implementation within the asm/preproc.c file. The flaw has been assigned a CVSS v3.1 base score of 5.5 (Medium), with the vector string CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H, indicating local access requirements and potential for high availability impact (NIST NVD).
Impact
When exploited, the vulnerability can lead to a denial-of-service condition in the affected NASM system. The issue specifically impacts the availability of the service while not affecting confidentiality or integrity (NIST NVD).
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Source: This report was generated using AI
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