#VU98053 Use-after-free in Vim - CVE-2024-47814

Vulnerability identifier: #VU98053

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv4.0: 1.8 [CVSS:4.0/AV:L/AC:L/AT:N/PR:N/UI:A/VC:N/VI:N/VA:L/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:P/U:Clear]

CVE-ID: CVE-2024-47814

CWE-ID: CWE-416

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 crash the application.

The vulnerability exists due to a use-after-free error. A remote attacker can trick the victim into opening a specially crafted file and crash the application.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Vim: 9.1.0 - 9.1.0763

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External links
https://github.com/vim/vim/security/advisories/GHSA-rj48-v4mq-j4vg
https://github.com/gandalf4a/crash_report/blob/main/vim/vim_huaf_522

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Q & A

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.