CVE-2023-46052
Sane Backends vulnerability
- Published27 Mar 2024
Description
Sane 1.2.1 heap bounds overwrite in init_options() from backend/test.c via a long init_mode string in a configuration file. NOTE: this is disputed because there is no expectation that test.c code should be executed with an attacker-controlled configuration file.
CVSS 3.1 breakdown
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:N/I:H/A:HAffected products
Remediation
No fixed version is recorded in the NVD data. Check the vendor advisory for the latest guidance.
References
Frequently asked
Is CVE-2023-46052 being actively exploited?
CVE-2023-46052 is not in the CISA KEV catalog. A public exploit reference exists, so treat it as exploitable. Its EPSS exploit probability is 0.36%.
How severe is CVE-2023-46052?
CVE-2023-46052 has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 7.1, rated high. EPSS estimates a 0.36% probability of exploitation.
Which products are affected by CVE-2023-46052?
Affected products include Sane Backends.
How do I fix CVE-2023-46052?
Apply the vendor's patch or advisory guidance, then verify no affected versions remain across your devices.
How Secuno handles this
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Data from the NVD, CISA KEV catalog and FIRST EPSS. CVSS 3.1 base score shown where available.