CVE-2020-16158 : Security Advisory and Response
Learn about CVE-2020-16158, a vulnerability in GoPro gpmf-parser through 1.5 allowing stack out-of-bounds write. Understand the impact, affected systems, exploitation, and mitigation steps.
GoPro gpmf-parser through 1.5 has a stack out-of-bounds write vulnerability in GPMF_ExpandComplexTYPE(). Parsing malicious input can result in a crash or potentially arbitrary code execution.
Understanding CVE-2020-16158
This CVE involves a vulnerability in GoPro gpmf-parser that can lead to a stack out-of-bounds write issue.
What is CVE-2020-16158?
The CVE-2020-16158 vulnerability in GoPro gpmf-parser through version 1.5 allows attackers to trigger a stack out-of-bounds write flaw by providing malicious input, potentially leading to a system crash or unauthorized code execution.
The Impact of CVE-2020-16158
The impact of this vulnerability includes the possibility of a system crash or the execution of arbitrary code by an attacker exploiting the stack out-of-bounds write issue.
Technical Details of CVE-2020-16158
This section provides more technical insights into the CVE-2020-16158 vulnerability.
Vulnerability Description
The vulnerability exists in the GPMF_ExpandComplexTYPE() function of GoPro gpmf-parser through version 1.5, allowing for a stack out-of-bounds write.
Affected Systems and Versions
- Affected Product: GoPro gpmf-parser
- Affected Version: up to and including 1.5
Exploitation Mechanism
Attackers can exploit this vulnerability by providing specially crafted input to the GPMF_ExpandComplexTYPE() function, triggering the stack out-of-bounds write.
Mitigation and Prevention
To address CVE-2020-16158, follow these mitigation strategies:
Immediate Steps to Take
- Update GoPro gpmf-parser to a patched version that addresses the stack out-of-bounds write vulnerability.
- Avoid processing untrusted or malicious input with the affected function.
Long-Term Security Practices
- Regularly monitor for security updates and patches for GoPro gpmf-parser.
- Implement input validation mechanisms to prevent malicious input from triggering vulnerabilities.
Patching and Updates
- Apply security patches provided by GoPro promptly to mitigate the risk of exploitation.