Security readout for executives and security teams
CVE-2020-19185 is reported as a buffer overflow in ncurses 6.1 that can cause denial of service when crafted input reaches the affected code path. Business risk is mainly service disruption, not proven data theft or code execution, based on the supplied sources. Exposure is most likely where ncurses 6.1, or products bundling affected ncurses code, process untrusted terminal capability data. Apple and NetApp advisories reference the CVE, but the bundle does not provide a complete affected product matrix. Handle as a dependency exposure requiring validation, not an emergency based solely on this bundle. Raise priority for externally reachable workflows or vendor-confirmed affected appliances because denial of service can still disrupt operations. Mitigation focus: Inventory systems and products that bundle ncurses 6.1.; Review Apple and NetApp advisories for product-specific update guidance.; Check OS and package vendor guidance for fixed ncurses builds..
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Source materials
- CVE List V5 sourceCVE List V5
- https://github.com/zjuchenyuan/fuzzpoc/blob/master/infotocap_poc1.mdCVE reference
- https://security.netapp.com/advisory/ntap-20231006-0005/CVE reference
- https://support.apple.com/kb/HT214038CVE reference
- https://support.apple.com/kb/HT214036CVE reference
- https://support.apple.com/kb/HT214037CVE reference
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