CVE-2024-20836

Summary

CVE-2024-20836 is a newly disclosed vulnerability that affects the ssmis_get_frm function in libsubextractor.so before the SMR Mar-2024 Release 1. This issue represents an Out-of-Bounds Read vulnerability, enabling local attackers to read memory outside of designated boundaries. By manipulating input, an adversary can exploit this weakness and gain unauthorized access to sensitive information, potentially leading to serious security consequences. It is highly recommended that users upgrade to the latest release of SMR as soon as possible to mitigate this risk.

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