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CVE-2023-52339: In libebml before 1.4.5, an integer overflow in MemIOCallback.cpp can occur when reading or writing

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MEDIUM 6.5UPGRADE

CVE-2023-52339 is a medium-severity flaw (CVSS 6.5) affecting libebml. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.

In libebml before 1.4.5, an integer overflow in MemIOCallback.cpp can occur when reading or writing. It may result in buffer overflows.

Why this priority

  • Public exploit reference

A fixed release or distro patch exists.

Risk facts

CVSS score6.5 (Medium)
Attack vectorNetwork (remote)
Attack complexityLow
Privileges neededNone
User interactionRequired
EPSS exploit chance1.1% (top 34%)
CISA exploited listNo
WeaknessCWE-190
Published2024-01-12
Last modified2026-06-17
Publisher (CNA): MITRE · Vendor: matroska

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Last updated 2026-06-17 · Sources: CVE Program, NVD, CISA KEV, EPSS and vendor advisories · How we score

Am I affected?

Timeline

matroska libebml UPGRADE
Affected: < 1.4.5
Fixed in: 1.4.5
Safe to downgrade to: no unaffected older release
1. Check installed version
apt-cache policy libebml || rpm -q libebml || libebml --version
2. UPGRADE to 1.4.5 (Debian / Ubuntu)
sudo apt update && sudo apt install --only-upgrade libebml
2. UPGRADE (RHEL / Amazon Linux / Fedora)
sudo dnf upgrade libebml
Note
Distros often backport fixes without changing the version number. Confirm with the distro advisory or changelog.
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Scores and fixes here are computed automatically from those and other public sources. Confirm with the vendor advisory before changing production systems.

Quick answers

How do I fix CVE-2023-52339?

libebml: upgrade to 1.4.5. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.

Is CVE-2023-52339 being exploited?

CVE-2023-52339 is not on the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities list at the time of the last update. Check again, as this can change.

What does CVE-2023-52339 affect?

CVE-2023-52339 affects libebml. Severity is medium (CVSS 6.5). In libebml before 1.4.5, an integer overflow in MemIOCallback.cpp can occur when reading or writing. It may result in buffer overflows.

How urgent is CVE-2023-52339?

Priority 44/100. Public exploit reference

References

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