Vulnerability identifier: #VU60771
Vulnerability risk: High
CVSSv3.1: 7.7 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]
CVE-ID:
CWE-ID:
CWE-119
Exploitation vector: Network
Exploit availability: No
Vulnerable software:
Vim
Client/Desktop applications /
Software for system administration
Vendor: Vim.org
Description
The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code on the target system.
The vulnerability exists due to a boundary error when processing files. A remote attacker can create a specially crafted file, trick the victim into opening it, trigger memory corruption and execute arbitrary code on the target system.
Successful exploitation of this vulnerability may result in complete compromise of vulnerable system.
Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.
Vulnerable software versions
Vim: 8.2.0 - 8.2.4205
External links
http://github.com/vim/vim/commit/fe6fb267e6ee5c5da2f41889e4e0e0ac5bf4b89d
http://huntr.dev/bounties/8b36db58-b65c-4298-be7f-40b9e37fd161
Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?
Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote non-authenticated attacker via the Internet.
Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?
No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.