Vulnerability identifier: #VU14222
Vulnerability risk: Low
CVSSv3.1: 3.9 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:L/I:N/A:N/E:P/RL:O/RC:C]
CVE-ID:
CWE-ID:
CWE-200
Exploitation vector: Network
Exploit availability: No
Vulnerable software:
YARA
Server applications /
Server solutions for antivurus protection
Vendor: VirusTotal
Description
The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to obtain potentially sensitive information.
The vulnerability exists in the yr_execute_code function, as defined in the source code file libyara/exec.c due to out-of-bounds read. A remote attacker can trick the victim into accessing a YARA rule that submits malicious input, trigger memory corruption and gain access to potentially sensitive information.
Mitigation
Update to version 3.8.0.
Vulnerable software versions
YARA: 3.0.0 - 3.7.1
External links
http://github.com/VirusTotal/yara/issues/891
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. However, proof of concept for this vulnerability is available.