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Vulnerability DatabaseCVE-2024-22915
CVE-2024-22915:
NixOS vulnerability analysis and mitigation
Overview
A heap-use-after-free vulnerability was discovered in SWFTools version 0.9.2, specifically in the function swf_DeleteTag at rfxswf.c:1193. The vulnerability was assigned CVE-2024-22915 and was publicly disclosed on January 19, 2024 (NVD, GitHub Issue).
Technical details
The vulnerability is classified as a heap-use-after-free issue occurring in the swf_DeleteTag function located at line 1193 of the rfxswf.c file. The CVSS v3.1 base score for this vulnerability is 7.8 (High), with the vector string CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H. The vulnerability is tracked under CWE-416 (Use After Free) (NVD).
Impact
When exploited, this vulnerability allows an attacker to potentially execute arbitrary code on the affected system. The high CVSS score indicates that successful exploitation could lead to significant compromise of the system's confidentiality, integrity, and availability (NVD).
Additional resources
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