CVE-2023-46052
HIGH
Published Mar 27, 2024
Modified Nov 4, 2025
Description
Sane 1.2.1 heap bounds overwrite in init_options() from backend/test.c via a long init_mode string in a configuration file. NOTE: this is disputed because there is no expectation that test.c code should be executed with an attacker-controlled configuration file.
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CVSS v3.1 Score
7.1
HIGH
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:N/I:H/A:H
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product |
|---|---|
| sane-project | sane_backends |
| sane-project | sane_backends |
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Exploits
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2023-46052? +
Sane 1.2.1 heap bounds overwrite in init_options() from backend/test.c via a long init_mode string in a configuration file. NOTE: this is disputed because there is no expectation that test.c code should be executed with an attacker-controlled configuration file. It has a CVSS v3.1 base score of 7.1 (HIGH).
How severe is CVE-2023-46052? +
CVE-2023-46052 has a CVSS v3.1 score of 7.1 out of 10, rated HIGH. This is a high-severity vulnerability that should be prioritized for patching.
What products are affected by CVE-2023-46052? +
CVE-2023-46052 affects products from sane-project, specifically: sane_backends. Check the affected products table above for specific version ranges.
How do I check if I'm vulnerable to CVE-2023-46052? +
You can use Secably's free Website Scanner to check your website for known vulnerabilities. For infrastructure scanning, use the Port Scanner to identify exposed services that may be affected. Check the vendor advisories linked above for specific patch and version information.