CVE-2023-36193
CVE-2023-36193 is a high-severity vulnerability in Lcdf Gifsicle with a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.8. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-787.
Key facts
- Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 7.8)
- EPSS exploit prediction: 0% (23rd percentile)
- Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
- Weakness: CWE-787
- Affected product: Lcdf Gifsicle
- Published:
- Last modified:
Description
Gifsicle v1.9.3 was discovered to contain a heap buffer overflow via the ambiguity_error component at /src/clp.c.
Frequently asked questions
- What is CVE-2023-36193?
- Gifsicle v1.9.3 was discovered to contain a heap buffer overflow via the ambiguity_error component at /src/clp.c.
- How severe is CVE-2023-36193?
- CVE-2023-36193 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.8, rated high severity. It is exploitable over local access with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.
- Is CVE-2023-36193 being actively exploited?
- It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (23rd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- What products are affected by CVE-2023-36193?
- CVE-2023-36193 affects Lcdf Gifsicle. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
- How do I fix CVE-2023-36193?
- Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
- When was CVE-2023-36193 published?
- CVE-2023-36193 was published on 2023-06-23 and last updated on 2026-06-17.
References
Affected products (1)
- cpe:2.3:a:lcdf:gifsicle:1.93:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
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