CVE-2022-3705: vim autocmd quickfix.c qf_update_buffer use after free

Published Oct 26, 2022
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Updated

A vulnerability was found in vim and classified as problematic. Affected by this issue is the function qfupdatebuffer of the file quickfix.c of the component autocmd Handler. The manipulation leads to use after free. The attack may be launched remotely. Upgrading to version 9.0.0805 is able to address this issue. The name of the patch is d0fab10ed2a86698937e3c3fed2f10bd9bb5e731. It is recommended to upgrade the affected component. The identifier of this vulnerability is VDB-212324.

Other sources

Vim. A use after free issue was addressed with improved memory management.

Apple

Credit

CVE-2022-3705

Affected Software

7 affected componentsFixes available
Apple macOS Ventura<13.2
13.2
vim Vim<9.0.0805
Fedoraproject Fedora=35
Fedoraproject Fedora=36
Debian Debian Linux=10.0
NetApp Active Iq Unified Manager Vmware Vsphere
debian/vim<=2:8.2.2434-3+deb11u1, <=2:8.2.2434-3+deb11u3
2:9.0.1378-2+deb12u22:9.1.1230-1

Event History

Oct 26, 2022
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:00 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Jan 12, 2024
Data Sourced
via Launchpad·12:11 AM
Description
Sep 16, 2024
Data Sourced
via Ubuntu·02:40 AM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityAffected Software
Mar 27, 2025
Data Sourced
via Debian·04:24 AM
DescriptionAffected Software

Parent advisories

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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2022-3705?

CVE-2022-3705 is a vulnerability in Vim that allows for a use after free issue to occur due to improper memory management.

2

What software versions are affected by CVE-2022-3705?

CVE-2022-3705 affects macOS Ventura version up to, but not including, 13.2.

3

How can I fix CVE-2022-3705?

To fix CVE-2022-3705, update your macOS Ventura to version 13.2 or higher.

4

What is the severity of CVE-2022-3705?

The severity of CVE-2022-3705 is not specified.

5

Where can I find more information about CVE-2022-3705?

More information about CVE-2022-3705 can be found at the following link: [Apple Support](https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213605).

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