SB2020092318 - Out-of-bounds write in perl-dbi (Alpine package)
Published: September 23, 2020
Security Bulletin ID
SB2020092318
Severity
Low
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities
1
Exploitation vector
Local access
Highest impact
Data manipulation
Breakdown by Severity
- Low
- Medium
- High
- Critical
Description
This security bulletin contains information about 1 security vulnerability.
1) Out-of-bounds write (CVE-ID: CVE-2020-14393)
The vulnerability allows a local authenticated user to #BASIC_IMPACT#.
A buffer overflow was found in perl-DBI < 1.643 in DBI.xs. A local attacker who is able to supply a string longer than 300 characters could cause an out-of-bounds write, affecting the availability of the service or integrity of data.
Remediation
Install update from vendor's website.