CVE-2023-31102

Summary

CVE-2023-31102 is a newly identified vulnerability affecting the 7-Zip software before version 23.00. The issue lies within the Ppmd7.c file and stems from an integer underflow and invalid read operation. Maliciously crafted 7Z archives can exploit this flaw and potentially cause significant damage. This vulnerability may result in unintended code execution, leading to potential security risks and data breaches. Users are advised to upgrade to the latest version of 7-Zip as soon as possible to mitigate this risk.

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