CVE-2023-37578
Tonybybell Gtkwave use-after-free
- Published8 Jan 2024
Description
Multiple use-after-free vulnerabilities exist in the VCD get_vartoken realloc functionality of GTKWave 3.3.115. A specially crafted .vcd file can lead to arbitrary code execution. A victim would need to open a malicious file to trigger these vulnerabilities.This vulnerability concerns the use-after-free when triggered via the vcd2lxt conversion utility.
CVSS 3.1 breakdown
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:HAffected products
Remediation
No fixed version is recorded in the NVD data. Check the vendor advisory for the latest guidance.
References
Related CVEs
Recent high-severity vulnerabilities sharing a weakness type.
Frequently asked
Is CVE-2023-37578 being actively exploited?
CVE-2023-37578 is not in the CISA KEV catalog. A public exploit reference exists, so treat it as exploitable. Its EPSS exploit probability is 0.41%.
How severe is CVE-2023-37578?
CVE-2023-37578 has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 7.8, rated high. EPSS estimates a 0.41% probability of exploitation.
Which products are affected by CVE-2023-37578?
Affected products include Tonybybell Gtkwave.
How do I fix CVE-2023-37578?
Apply the vendor's patch or advisory guidance, then verify no affected versions remain across your devices.
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Data from the NVD, CISA KEV catalog and FIRST EPSS. CVSS 3.1 base score shown where available.