Learn about CVE-2020-23898, a vulnerability in WildBit Viewer v6.6 allowing attackers to trigger a denial of service (DoS) via a crafted tga file. Find mitigation steps and prevention measures here.
WildBit Viewer v6.6 is susceptible to a User Mode Write AV vulnerability in Editor+0x5ea2, allowing attackers to trigger a denial of service (DoS) by exploiting a crafted tga file.
Understanding CVE-2020-23898
This CVE involves a specific vulnerability in WildBit Viewer v6.6 that can be exploited to cause a DoS attack.
What is CVE-2020-23898?
The CVE-2020-23898 vulnerability in WildBit Viewer v6.6 enables attackers to execute a User Mode Write AV in Editor+0x5ea2, leading to a DoS condition through a maliciously crafted tga file.
The Impact of CVE-2020-23898
The exploitation of this vulnerability can result in a denial of service (DoS) attack on systems running the affected WildBit Viewer v6.6 version.
Technical Details of CVE-2020-23898
This section provides more in-depth technical insights into the CVE-2020-23898 vulnerability.
Vulnerability Description
The vulnerability allows attackers to trigger a User Mode Write AV in Editor+0x5ea2 of WildBit Viewer v6.6 by utilizing a specially crafted tga file.
Affected Systems and Versions
Exploitation Mechanism
Attackers can exploit this vulnerability by manipulating a crafted tga file to trigger the User Mode Write AV in Editor+0x5ea2 of WildBit Viewer v6.6.
Mitigation and Prevention
Protecting systems from CVE-2020-23898 requires immediate actions and long-term security practices.
Immediate Steps to Take
Long-Term Security Practices
Patching and Updates
Ensure to monitor for security updates from WildBit Software and apply patches as soon as they are released.